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RE: Struggling With Thumb Sucking: How Did You Or Your Kids Stop?
That’s encouraging to hear. Did your nephew have trouble keeping the sleeve on at night? My daughter always manages to wiggle out of anything we try after bedtime, so I wonder if the “thumb buddy” was comfy enough for sl...
RE: WHICH WAS EASIER FOR YOU: SINGLE TOOTH IMPLANT OR MULTIPLE EXTRACTIONS?
I get where you're coming from, but weirdly, I was the opposite. The follow-ups actually helped me chill out a bit. I kept thinking, “If something’s wrong, they’ll catch it early.” I know you said, but for me, each chec...
RE: Electric vs. manual toothbrushes for kids - what’s actually better?
That’s the big thing for us too. My daughter barely brushed at all with a manual, even when I’d remind her. The electric one is more of a pain to keep charged, but she actually likes using it - she says it “buzzes away t...
RE: Would You Go for a Brighter Smile with Lasers or Stick to DIY Kits?
Totally agree - slow and steady has been way better for me too. I tried the strips once and my teeth ached for days, so I’m sticking with custom trays for now. Not worth trading comfort for a super quick result, honestly...
RE: Sealants for Kids: When Did Your Dentist Recommend Them?
Yeah, sticky candies are the absolute worst for sealants - we had the same problem with my oldest. Our dentist did mention reapplying, but honestly, after the second round popped off in less than a year, I started to won...
RE: Picking the right color for your braces bands: my go-to trick
Funny, I actually went for neon orange once thinking it’d be a cool pop of color, but it ended up looking like my teeth were always covered in Cheeto dust. Never again. I totally get the struggle with reds too - sometime...
RE: Thinking about jaw surgery - what did recovery really feel like?
Totally get what you mean about the numbness sticking around. Mine lasted a couple months, which was honestly more annoying than painful. It’s weird how you just forget your chin exists until you accidentally drool or bi...
RE: Saw a story about sinus lifts getting more common - anyone else nervous?
That bubble feeling really messed with my head too. I kept checking the area, convinced something was off, but it was just part of the process. The weird noises - yeah, I got those pops and crackles for a couple weeks. I...
RE: Getting used to my shiny smile: finally feeling okay about braces
I totally get where you’re coming from. I was super self-conscious before my braces went on, and honestly, those first couple months felt weird. People did notice, but not as many as I expected, and after a week or two i...
RE: Keeping your mouth happy after a root canal
That’s interesting - I didn’t realize too much rinsing could actually slow things down. I’ve mostly stuck to gentle brushing and a nighttime rinse, but now I’m wondering... did anyone else get that weird taste in their m...
RE: How I deal with a busted tooth until I can see the dentist
Yeah, that clove oil burn is no joke - I tried it once and honestly, it made me tear up more than the tooth pain did. I totally get what you mean about chewing on one side becoming second nature. I kept a travel mug of l...
RE: Do You Go Gentle or Full Blast With Your Water Flosser?
Medium setting is definitely the sweet spot for me too. I tried going full blast once and it felt like my gums were taking a fire hose to the face - learned that lesson real quick. My dentist actually mentioned to be car...
RE: IMPLANTS VS. DENTURES: DID YOU ACTUALLY FEEL A DIFFERENCE?
Funny, I actually find it easier to keep things clean with implants than I ever did with dentures. Maybe it’s just me, but no more soaking overnight or worrying about them slipping... worth the adjustment period, honestl...
RE: The day my tongue cleaner became a secret weapon
I totally get the urge to scrub too much - been there, done that, ended up with a sore tongue for days. Stainless steel really does seem easier to keep clean. Even if some of it’s placebo, feeling fresher is what counts,...
RE: Trouble after wisdom teeth removal vs regular tooth extraction - what’s worse?
That’s exactly what happened to me - felt like my whole face belonged to someone else for days. Regular extractions were a breeze by comparison. I do think the cost is tough to swallow, but honestly, I was worried about ...