I've tried the baking soda trick too, and it does help a bit. Another thing that's worked for me is oil pulling with coconut oil—sounds weird, I know,...
I totally get this... I used to brush like I was sanding down furniture, lol. My dentist said the same thing about circular motions and softer brushes...
I totally understand where you're coming from—gadgets can feel overwhelming, especially at first. But speaking from personal experience, electric toot...
Those strap-on ice packs are seriously underrated. Had gum surgery myself last year and remember the frustration of chasing ice cubes around my face—t...
I totally get where you're coming from with that guilt feeling...it's weirdly common, isn't it? I think we're sort of conditioned to just trust profes...
Yikes, pineapple juice sounds rough...honestly, citrus is sneaky like that. I remember after my extraction, even tomato soup felt surprisingly harsh—d...
Actually, drinking water right after brushing might not be quite the same. When you rinse, you're actively swishing and washing away the fluoride that...
I totally get the fluoride worries, especially with little ones. When my daughter was small, I went down that rabbit hole too—so many conflicting opin...
Avocado puree was a lifesaver for me too, but honestly, after a few days, I just couldn't handle anything sweet or creamy anymore. That's when I disco...
Totally agree about the pressure thing—holding it lightly is key. When I first switched, I was pressing way too hard without realizing it, and my gums...
Yeah, it's really fascinating (and sometimes frustrating) how differently our bodies handle things. I've seen people bounce back in days, while others...
That's actually pretty insightful—I remember when I had braces, I did the same thing without realizing it. Always chewed on one side because it felt e...
Totally normal to feel jittery the night before—been there myself. Honestly, comfy socks are a good call, hospitals can be chilly. Snacks afterward ar...
My daughter went through something similar when she was around 12 or 13. She started complaining about her gums feeling sore and sensitive, and we cou...