Honestly, you’re not alone with the baby toothbrush thing—it’s gentle enough that you’re not aggravating sore spots, which is exactly what you want ri...
Totally get where you’re coming from—kids can be stubborn about anything that feels “weird” in their routine. Honestly, a regular spoon (the edge, not...
Boiling toothbrushes is one of those things that sounds like it should work, but honestly, it’s not ideal in practice. The high heat will kill a lot o...
THE DAY MY TONGUE CLEANER BECAME A SECRET WEAPON I’ve seen a few folks go at their tongues like they’re scrubbing grout in the bathroom—definitely no...
That “no straws” rule gets everyone, I swear. I always notice patients forget about it, especially after wisdom teeth. I had my own pulled a few years...
That gritty feeling is super common—those kits are basically just temporary fillers, not a real fix. I’ve seen a couple people manage to keep them in ...
I hear you on the sensitivity thing—peroxide-heavy mouthwashes can be rough, especially if your gums are already a bit sensitive. I’ve seen plenty of ...
Gels definitely have their place, but I’ve seen a lot of patients get frustrated with them because they don’t always hold up, especially if you’re eat...
Sliding the floss out instead of snapping it up is exactly right—great tip from your dentist. I see a lot of crowns come loose just from that little m...
Great advice on deep breathing and headphones—patients tell me all the time how much music or podcasts help distract them. Another thing I've noticed ...
Countertop is definitely a solid choice for braces, but honestly, cordless models have improved quite a bit in recent years. True, the countertop stil...
Gentler is usually safer, true, but sometimes those "flashy" products can deliver if used sparingly or combined with sensitivity treatments. I've seen...
Totally agree, salt water rinses can be great but they're not a cure-all. I've seen similar cases—patients doing everything right but still getting st...
I see your point, but I'd argue dental offices aren't necessarily assuming everyone prefers monthly payments—they're just trying to be practical. In m...
Yeah, I've noticed that too. I recently took a cordless model on vacation—honestly wasn't expecting much—but it held up surprisingly well. Definitely ...