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RE: BRACE YOURSELF: THE DAY MY TEETH DECLARED WAR
Interesting about the mashed potatoes thing, might give that a shot next time. Has anyone's ortho ever explained why one side hurts more? Mine just shrugs it off as normal, but I'm not convinced...
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RE: Getting ready for oral surgery - my game plan
Totally agree about the seagulls... they're distracting more than relaxing for me too. I've noticed slower tempos around 60-70 bpm really help ease my anxiety, especially before something stressful like oral surgery. Wei...
RE: Minty fresh vs. saltwater rinse: what's your go-to for gum breath issues?
Yeah, tea tree oil definitely packs a punch flavor-wise. Tried it myself once and felt like I'd gargled mouthwash mixed with pine needles - never again, haha. But the coconut oil combo sounds interesting...does it actual...
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RE: Thumb Sucking Battle: Tried the Bitter Nail Polish Trick, Mixed Feelings
We tried bedtime stories too, but honestly, it wasn't an instant fix for us either. My son would listen intently, thumb firmly planted in mouth the whole time. Eventually, we found that keeping his hands busy - like hold...
RE: struggling to keep up with brushing teeth when feeling down
Totally get where you're coming from, but maybe it's less about motivation and more about routine? Like, when I'm feeling down, motivation never really works for me either. Instead, I try to make brushing teeth part of s...
RE: Bleeding Gums Freaking Me Out - Could I Lose My Teeth?
Had something similar happen a couple years ago - bleeding gums, tenderness, the whole deal. Freaked me out too after googling (never a good idea, lol). Dentist said it was early gingivitis, pretty common even in your 20...
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RE: my tooth vs. the sidewalk: an epic saga
Interesting, hadn't thought about nerves adjusting like that. My dentist said it might be the filling shape itself causing the weirdness. Did yours mention anything about reshaping or adjustments, or just waiting it out?
RE: Finally Free: Anyone Else's Teeth Feel Weird After Braces?
Mine felt kinda sensitive too, especially when drinking cold stuff. Did anyone else notice their bite feeling slightly off afterward? Wondering if that's normal or worth checking out...
RE: Sleeping with dentures in or soaking overnight?
Hmm, interesting point...but does everyone really need to soak overnight? I've heard some people just take short breaks during the day instead. Wonder if that's enough to avoid irritation or infections. Curious if anyone...
RE: anyone looked into payment plans for cosmetic bonding?
I've been wondering about payment plans myself, actually. My dentist mentioned something briefly about financing options, but I didn't get specifics yet. Whitening first does sound smart - makes sense to see how much imp...
RE: Need quick fixes for dragon breath before date night
Tongue scraping's pretty underrated, actually. I tried it after seeing someone mention it online, and it's surprisingly effective. But I'm curious - does the baking soda rinse taste as bad as it sounds? I've heard mixed ...
RE: Finally fixed that annoying little gap between my teeth
I get what you're saying, but honestly, I never really felt attached to my imperfections like that. Had a similar issue - a small gap between my front teeth - and got it fixed recently. Thought I'd maybe miss it or somet...