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RE: How to keep kids calm when dental visits run longer than expected

I totally get what you mean. I’ve noticed a lot of adults tense up in the chair, not just kids. Walking people through each step isn’t just for the li...

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RE: Battle of the Kiddo Brushes: Sonicare for Kids vs. Oral-B Junior?

Routine really does seem to be the magic ingredient, doesn’t it? I’ve seen a lot of families get super excited about the apps and lights at first, but...

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RE: What’s Your Go-To Trick For Keeping The Puffiness Down After A Tooth Pull?

Yeah, totally get what you mean. Those gel packs are nice, but honestly, you’re not losing out if you stick to the basics. The key thing is just keepi...

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RE: Eating comfortably when your mouth feels like a construction zone

Yeah, temperature sensitivity can be pretty unpredictable after dental work. Ice cream seems like a no-brainer, but the cold can really trigger nerve ...

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RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks

Haha, toothbrush detective—I love that! Honestly, it's great you're paying attention to those little details now. Most people don't realize how much d...

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RE: Unexpected toothpaste hacks that actually work

You're definitely onto something with the genetics and diet factor—I've seen that a lot in practice. Oil pulling can be great for gum health, but whit...

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RE: Grinding teeth at night...what if you ignored it?

Yeah, glad you brought this up. Lots of people underestimate how much damage grinding can do until they see those scary before-and-after pics at the d...

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RE: How Did You Find a Good Dentist for Your Kid?

We tried a therapy dog at our office for a bit, and while some kids loved it, others were definitely uneasy. I remember one little girl who relaxed wa...

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RE: ever had to rush your kid to the dentist unexpectedly?

Teeth can be sneaky like that. I've seen plenty of cases where something seems minor at first glance, and then turns out to be a bit more involved onc...

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RE: my dentist warned me vaping could mess up my smile, but I didn't think much of it until yesterday.

Glad you're paying attention to this stuff. As someone who works in dental care, I see this more than you'd think. Fruity and citrusy vape flavors are...

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RE: struggling with pain after bone graft—anyone else dealing with this?

Totally agree about warmth being more helpful than ice—I've seen that a lot with patients who've had bone grafts or other oral surgeries. Ice can be g...

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RE: Frustrated with how fast bottle decay happens to kids' teeth

We switched our daughter to water at bedtime when she was about 18 months, and yep... she definitely woke up more often those first few nights. It set...

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RE: my dental implants still feel amazing after 8 years—here's what worked for me

Glad to hear the water flosser's been such a relief for you! I recommend them to patients all the time, especially for implants or sensitive gums. The...

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RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally

You're right, everyone's teeth really do react differently. I've seen plenty of people breeze through whitening sessions with zero issues, especially ...

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