Mint brownies definitely sound better than toothpaste brownies, haha. Good tip on the acidity—I’ve seen lemon juice work wonders for neutralizing stro...
I totally get why it feels that way sometimes, but honestly, most of us genuinely hate seeing patients deal with cracked teeth. Night guards aren't pe...
Totally get that anxiety... monthly payments can feel like a constant reminder of another responsibility. But honestly, most of my patients find it ma...
I've actually switched back and forth a few times myself, and honestly, my gums felt a bit more sensitive with the manual at first. But once I adjuste...
Haha, reality dating shows are definitely underrated painkillers. You're spot on about frozen peas too—patients tell me all the time they're lifesaver...
I've had a few patients switch to hydroxyapatite toothpaste, and honestly, results have been mixed. Some swear by it, saying their teeth feel smoother...
That's a really good point about bonding not always being the best long-term solution. I've seen plenty of cases where it holds up great, but yeah, lo...
Sounds like you handled it pretty well overall. Chips at week two though... ouch, that's brave, haha. You're right, recovery timelines really vary—I'v...
Saltwater rinses are honestly one of the best things you can do—cheap or not, you're doing exactly what I'd recommend to my own patients. Popsicles ar...
Couldn't agree more with the proactive approach. I've seen plenty of cases where patients waited because they were understandably cautious, but ended ...
Good call on the Sonicare—I've noticed the same thing with my patients. Oral-B brushes do tend to be louder and can feel a bit intense for older folks...
Haha, I feel your pain! Clove oil is no joke—I've seen patients who've accidentally gone overboard with it, and yeah, the burning sensation can be pre...
It's frustrating to hear you had that experience, but I'm glad you trusted your instincts and got another opinion. Honestly, as someone who works in d...
We had a similar experience at our practice. Even though I work in dentistry, my own son was super anxious about visits. We ended up trying a pediatri...
Haha, popcorn kernels are definitely the universal braces flashback trigger. I've had patients tell me their first brace-free bite was pizza crust or ...