beekeeper91

RE: Weirdest pain after getting braces tightened - normal or not?

That ear and sinus thing threw me off too, honestly. I kept thinking I was catching a cold every time, but it always faded after a day or two. It’s wild how much braces mess with your whole head, not just your mouth. The...

RE: What foods did you give up or swap after getting braces?

RE: IMPLANTS VS. DENTURES: DID YOU ACTUALLY FEEL A DIFFERENCE?

I totally get the apple fear - my grandpa did the same thing, always worried his teeth would end up in his soup. When I got implants, crunchy stuff felt a bit off for maybe a week? More like pressure than pain. After tha...

RE: How long do those metal tongue cleaners actually last?

I get what you mean about the buildup being kind of gross, but honestly, I’ve used the same stainless steel tongue scraper for like three years now. I just give it a good scrub with soap every week and let it air dry. Th...

RE: WHY DOES A ROOT CANAL NEED A DO-OVER? UGH.

Totally get it about the bill - mine felt like highway robbery, and my insurance barely chipped in either. Did you have to shop around for quotes before deciding? I always wonder if it’s worth asking different offices, o...

RE: Kid Knocked Out a Tooth - What Should I Have Ready at Home?

I’ve actually had to deal with this with my youngest. We didn’t have milk on hand, so I just used water - wasn’t sure what else to do in the moment. Tooth didn’t make it, but honestly, I wonder if milk would’ve made a di...

RE: Does mouthwash with alcohol actually work better, or nah?

I’ve bounced between both types and honestly, the alcohol ones do leave my mouth feeling “cleaner” at first, but it’s kind of a harsh clean. My gums get red if I use them too often, and I’ve noticed my mouth feels drier ...

RE: How do you cope when facing a dental redo?

I get what you mean about the insurance thing. It bugs me that they’ll pay for the braces but then treat retainers like they’re some kind of optional fashion statement. I’ve had to replace two retainers for my daughter, ...

RE: SURVIVING THE DREADED TOOTH FIX: WAS IT REALLY THAT BAD FOR YOU?

That tongue detective feeling is spot on. Every single time I’ve had something done - filling, crown, whatever - I’m convinced there’s a huge lump or gap, but it’s just my nerves making it worse. Did anyone else get the ...

RE: Whitening strips and tooth pain: how do you avoid it?

I get what you’re saying, but I do like a bit of brightness - just not at the expense of pain or spending a fortune. Has anyone found a whitening method that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg or leave your teeth aching? I’ve...

RE: Making oral biopsies less scary: my comfort hacks

I get the appeal of all the comfort stuff, but honestly, I’ve noticed some places do start charging for “extras” if you’re not careful - especially the fancier offices. Maybe it’s just my luck? Weighted blankets are awes...

RE: Finally figured out how to eat pizza without crying

Mushrooms and spinach are the worst - totally agree. I tried those little “ortho” forks once, but honestly, nothing beats a regular fork and a napkin handy. Did you ever try those silicone covers for braces? I thought th...

RE: Best way to get the most out of fluoride: paste or rinse first?

Yeah, I’ve noticed the same thing with mouthwashes - some of them are pricier and still don’t have as much fluoride as basic toothpaste. I actually stopped buying the fancy stuff because it felt like I was just washing m...

RE: Non-surgical ways to handle jaw pain?

Honestly, I’m right there with you on the cheap fixes sometimes working best. We tried one of those pricey mouth guards for my son and he just couldn’t stand it - said it felt like having a shoe in his mouth. Ended up us...