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RE: Best way to get the most out of fluoride: paste or rinse first?
- Letting the fluoride chill on your teeth longer is the gold standard, but yeah, that lingering taste isn’t fun - especially for kids. - I tell parents: if a tiny swish helps get the job done without a meltdown, it’s ...
RE: Keeping your electric toothbrush in shape - what do you actually do?
- Daily wipe-downs still make a difference for me, especially with hard water stains and toothpaste gunk. - If I skip it, the handle gets sticky and weirdly grimy, even after just a few days. - Weekly deep cleans are...
RE: Knocked-out tooth: milk or saliva - what’s actually better?
- You did the right thing with milk - most dentists still say it’s a solid option if you can’t replant the tooth immediately. - Saliva is technically “natural,” but it’s not always ideal. Bacteria in your mouth can mess ...
RE: Why does it feel like dentists only want to throw antibiotics at gum problems?
- Not every dentist just throws antibiotics at gum issues - sometimes they really do want you to try better home care first. - - I get that, but honestly, a lot of offices will show you if you ask. I’ve had hygienists d...
RE: New pain relief options after root tip surgery - anyone else see this?
- Agree, simple works most of the time. - Noticed some folks jump straight to prescription meds, but I’ve found OTC plus cold packs usually does the trick unless it’s really bad. - The groggy feeling isn’t worth it f...