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RE: Why does milk get all the credit for strong teeth?
That’s spot on - calcium’s calcium, whether it comes from milk or kale. I grew up with the “finish your milk or your teeth will fall out” routine too, but honestly, I’ve seen plenty of folks who never drank milk and stil...
RE: Tablets vs. soaks: Which is better for cleaning dentures?
Funny you mention the “dentist smell” - I’ve had patients tell me they can’t stand that, even when the product is labeled unscented. Years ago, I tried the classic vinegar soak for my own retainer (before tablets were ev...
RE: Did you know medieval adults wore braces too (sort of)?
You’re not alone there - photo quality is a real struggle for a lot of people, especially when you’re trying to angle your phone and not drool everywhere. I’ve actually had a few patients catch early gum irritation or a ...
RE: Best way to get the most out of fluoride: paste or rinse first?
Funny you mention that - when I first heard about the “spit, don’t rinse” thing, I was super skeptical. Old habits die hard, right? But after giving it a go for a few weeks, I noticed way less sensitivity, especially whe...
RE: Tips for keeping sane after getting a dry socket
Scrambled eggs are such a classic for this, but I’ve seen people go way too soon and regret it - bits can sneak into the socket if you’re not careful. I did the “overcooked custard” version too, and honestly, it was such...
RE: Turns out cartoons at the dentist actually help kids chill out
Cartoons really do work wonders for a lot of folks, not just kids. I’ve seen people go from white-knuckling the armrests to actually chuckling during cleanings, just because there’s something goofy playing on the screen....
RE: Getting my bite fixed with metal in my mouth - worth it?
I totally get the frustration - threading floss around a fixed retainer is nobody’s idea of a good time. But I’ve seen so many folks come back after a year or two with teeth that started shifting because they got lazy wi...
RE: How to make your dental crown last longer (my little trick)
That’s honestly such a relatable image. I remember biting into a baguette a week after getting my first crown - felt like I was playing dental roulette. My trick has always been to chew on the opposite side for a while, ...
RE: Finding the right doc for bone graft surgery - recent story got me thinking
Haha, your wisdom teeth story made me chuckle because I've seen that exact scenario play out so many times. It's funny how often patients initially gravitate toward the more outgoing, joke-cracking docs - understandable,...
RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros
Baking soda paste is pretty underrated, honestly. I've used it on clothes a few times with mixed results - worked wonders on a coffee stain once, but didn't do much for ink. Funny enough, at the dental office, we sometim...
RE: Teeth slightly crooked and it's driving me nuts
I had braces myself years ago, and honestly, I was pretty lax about my retainer after a while - big mistake. My teeth definitely shifted slightly, nothing drastic but enough to bug me. From what I've seen professionally,...
RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants
True, everyone heals differently. I've seen some patients bounce back quickly, barely needing pain meds, while others took their sweet time and needed more rest. Netflix binges seem pretty common though - guess distracti...
RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster
Haha, totally relate. I remember confidently biting into a sandwich loaded with lettuce and tomato right after getting braces - big mistake. Took me ages to discreetly untangle everything... softer foods are definitely t...
RE: how thorough are you with dental checkups?
Definitely smart to question it - root canals aren't always the only route. I've seen plenty of cases where sensitivity was manageable with a filling or even just a fluoride treatment. Had a patient recently who was told...
RE: My dentist convinced me to switch to electric - now I'm lost in toothbrush land
When my daughter first started using one of those app-connected brushes, I had similar worries. At first, it felt like information overload - charts, timers, brushing zones...I wondered if it was just too much for a kid ...