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RE: Finding the right doc for bone graft surgery—recent story got me thinking

Podcasts are a great idea—I hadn't thought of them as a distraction, but it makes sense. And you're spot-on about the swelling taking its sweet time. ...

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RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks

That's interesting... but I've always been a bit anxious about electric brushes being too harsh on gums. Is there a specific technique or setting olde...

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RE: GUM ISSUES SUCK—HERE'S SOMETHING THAT HELPED ME

I get where you're coming from about the water flosser... I was super hesitant too. Honestly, anything involving spraying water into my mouth made me ...

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RE: Toddler teeth trouble—what would you do?

Definitely agree with this part. We went through a similar struggle with my daughter—she was so suspicious of toothbrushes at first, haha. Honestly, I...

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

I had a similar issue myself a few years back. At first, I didn't think much of it either—just figured stress or something temporary. But then I start...

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RE: Teeth slightly crooked and it's driving me nuts

I felt exactly the same during my braces journey. It always seemed like nothing was happening, and I was constantly worried something was wrong or tha...

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RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks

I've had similar experiences with overly complicated toothbrush apps—honestly, they can be a bit much, especially for older adults who aren't super co...

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RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?

Glad to hear the LED kit wasn't too harsh for you—I always get nervous trying new whitening stuff because my teeth tend to freak out easily. One thing...

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RE: Finding the right doc for bone graft surgery—recent story got me thinking

My surgeon didn't exactly ask me outright about comfort levels, but he did keep giving these little updates like "almost done with this part" or "you ...

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RE: My dentist convinced me to switch to electric—now I'm lost in toothbrush land

I get the appeal of simplicity, but honestly, sometimes those extra features can help if you're anxious about missing spots. The pressure sensors espe...

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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.

I totally get what you're saying about toothpaste. Switching helped me too, but it wasn't an overnight fix—more like a gradual thing. Honestly, gums a...

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RE: Sensitive Gums Driving Me Nuts—Saltwater Rinse or OTC Gel?

I've tried alcohol-free mouthwash too, but weirdly enough, it still left my gums feeling a bit off. Honestly, plain warm saltwater rinses have been th...

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RE: Sensitive Gums Driving Me Nuts—Saltwater Rinse or OTC Gel?

That's great to hear your gums are feeling better! I've personally been a bit cautious about electric brushes because even the gentle ones sometimes f...

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RE: surviving on smoothies and mashed potatoes: my post-tooth-pulling adventure

Mashed sweet potatoes sound tasty, but I'd be cautious with cinnamon right after an extraction. Spices—even mild ones—can sometimes irritate the heali...

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RE: tips for healing after mouth biopsy?

Mashed potatoes were okay for me, but honestly, oatmeal felt weirdly gritty and uncomfortable—like tiny bits getting stuck everywhere. Maybe it's just...

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