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RE: Keeping bottles from biting the dust - anyone seen this?
I get the appeal of biodegradable plastics, but honestly, even those need pretty specific conditions to break down properly. Maybe focusing more on reusable options would be better than chasing another "eco-friendly" dis...
RE: Trying to figure out if at-home whitening is worth skipping the dentist
I actually did try that combo, but honestly, it didn't make much difference for me. Maybe my teeth are just extra sensitive or something. My dentist mentioned that sensitivity can vary a lot from person to person, so I'm...
RE: kid chipped tooth - should I panic or chill?
We had something similar happen last year - my daughter chipped a tooth on the edge of our coffee table. Dentist said it wasn't urgent since it wasn't painful or sensitive, but we did end up going in within a couple days...
RE: Just found out my retainer hates popcorn, life ruined
Yikes, never heard about the popcorn thing either. My orthodontist did warn me about hot drinks though - said something about the plastic getting warped if it's too hot. But popcorn? I've definitely been guilty of that o...
RE: Brace-face adventures: surviving the school cafeteria
I've been sticking mostly to pasta too, but doesn't that get boring after a while? I'm curious if anyone's found other soft foods that aren't just carbs all the time. Also, do those interdental brushes really work better...
RE: my experience healing after getting dental implants
Interesting about the travel pillow, hadn't thought of that. Did anyone else find ice packs helpful, or is that mostly just good for the first day or two? Still figuring out what works best here...
RE: full arch implants vs traditional dentures - anyone have experience?
My dad's had implants for about 5 years now, and honestly, he's pretty happy with them. He was eating apples again within a few months after surgery - said it felt way more natural than dentures ever did. Maintenance-wis...
RE: why is finding urgent dental help for kids such a nightmare?
Had a similar issue last year when my daughter knocked out a baby tooth at daycare. Dentist said it wasn't urgent, but I wasn't convinced... ended up calling around and finally found a pediatric dentist who squeezed us i...
RE: quick swish or deep clean - what's your mouthwash style?
I've wondered about the placebo thing too... but honestly, I think there's something to it. My dentist mentioned the same thing about needing at least 30 seconds for mouthwash to actually kill bacteria. I used to just sw...
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RE: water flossers or regular floss - what's your pick?
I get what you're saying about the counter space - I barely have room for my toothbrush as it is. But honestly, after my dentist recommended a water flosser, I gave it a shot and noticed my gums felt way healthier. Regul...