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RE: Getting through the days after a root canal - any hacks?
Totally normal for it to feel weird for a week or so - mine was achy and kind of “off” for almost ten days. I did use an ice pack for the first day or two, mostly because my jaw felt stiff (I think from holding it open s...
RE: How often do you actually swap out your retainer?
I’ve wondered about the microscopic wear thing too - makes sense, like how phone screen protectors get tiny scratches you don’t notice until you swap them out. I’m curious if anyone’s actually had their ortho say, “Yeah,...
RE: Keeping your mouth healthy after a root canal – what worked for you?
That “zap” feeling is all too familiar… I swear, the first time I flossed near my temp filling I was holding my breath the whole time. Totally agree, switching to a super soft brush made a big difference for me too. It’s...
RE: How do you get your kids to actually brush their teeth?
That really hits home - my oldest could probably out-argue me about bedtime routines at this point. We tried the electric brush route too, and honestly, the built-in timer was a game changer. The buzzing took some gettin...
RE: Weird but true: salt water rinses are actually an old-school trick for easing denture gum pain.
That gritty taste is spot-on - like chewing on chalky drywall dust, haha. I’ve used baking soda here and there when my teeth felt extra grimy after too much coffee. I totally get what you mean about the “clean” feeling, ...
RE: Embarrassing moments with retainers in public
That pop is like a rite of passage for anyone with a retainer, honestly. I remember sitting in the back row during lectures, trying to play it cool when mine made that noise - felt like it echoed through the whole hall, ...
RE: What’s your go-to after jaw surgery: wax, salt water, or just toughing it out?
That mirror-checking habit is so relatable. I thought I was being super careful, but honestly, I think I just wanted to make sure nothing weird was going on in there. I even tried using my phone camera for a better angle...
RE: LOOSE TEETH AND BLEEDING GUMS AFTER NEWS ABOUT MOUTHWASH?
I totally get what you mean - after reading up on all this dental tech, I started overanalyzing every twinge in my mouth too. It’s wild how intense some of those mouthwashes are. I actually switched to a milder rinse and...
RE: What should I have asked before my root canal?
That jaw fatigue from chewing on one side is all too familiar. After my root canal, I felt like I was starring in my own lopsided eating contest - everything went to the “good” side, and even then, it felt like my mouth ...
RE: Switching to floss picks totally changed my nightly routine
I hear you about the cost - those little spiral brushes always felt like a splurge, especially when I’d go through a pack in a week. I switched to floss picks too, mostly because I can grab a big bag at Costco and not wo...
RE: If you could only pick one vitamin for your teeth, which would it be?
I get what you mean about supplements - sometimes it feels like you’re just paying for “expensive pee,” right? But I’ve actually noticed a difference with vitamin D, especially after a winter of barely seeing the sun. My...
RE: KIDS' TOOTHBRUSHES: ELECTRIC VS MANUAL - WHAT'S WORKING FOR YOUR FAMILY?
Honestly, the sticker trick is genius. I keep trying to sell my kid on the “cool” factor of electric brushes, but he’s more interested in the Paw Patrol sticker than any fancy features. Brush head stock issues drive me n...
RE: Little things that made getting veneers way easier
Yeah, those gel wraps get so much hype, but honestly, I felt like they barely stayed cold long enough to help. I actually ended up using my old gaming headset with the ice packs tucked inside - looked ridiculous but it d...
RE: Ever heard of onlays instead of crowns after a root canal?
That tall bite thing is the worst - totally messes with your head every time you close your mouth. I had to go back twice after a filling to get it sorted, so I feel you. About onlays, I actually got one on a molar after...
RE: Cleaning Teeth Professionally vs. DIY Before Braces - Which Did You Choose?
I remember the first time I used a water flosser - thought I had it under control, but nope, ended up spraying the mirror and my face more than anything else. Once I got the hang of it, though, it was a total game change...