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RE: How do you get your kids to actually brush their teeth?

My kids are obsessed with the watermelon toothpaste—never thought that would be a thing, but hey, whatever gets them brushing. The silly songs work to...

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RE: Weirdest things that actually help with braces pain

Totally get what you mean about heat making things worse. I tried one of those microwavable bean bags and my face puffed up too—definitely not a good ...

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RE: Weirdest Feeling After Getting Stitches Out From Dental Implants?

Totally get what you mean about the “empty” feeling. After my first implant, I kept poking at that spot with my tongue, half-expecting something to be...

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RE: Weirdest things that actually help with braces pain

Silicone covers were a lifesaver for me too, but I actually found wax easier to shape around the brackets, especially when things felt extra rough. Wa...

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RE: Why is post-extraction care so confusing?

I totally get this—when my son had his wisdom teeth out, I remember staring at the aftercare sheet and thinking, “Wait, what counts as ‘vigorous’ rins...

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RE: Saw a story about sinus lifts getting more common—anyone else nervous?

Totally agree with this. I waited a year before making my decision, and honestly, it was the right call for me. Recovery can be rough—no shame in taki...

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RE: Tackling decay in 13 teeth

I totally get that—had the same fear before my first ones. In reality, they’re way sturdier than they look. The texture’s weird for a few days, but ho...

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RE: Keeping your teeth strong: my steps for protecting enamel

I get the whole “wait after eating” thing, but honestly, I’ve never managed to stick to it for long. I tried rinsing and waiting like my hygienist sug...

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RE: Brushing, flossing, and... seaweed? Saw this in the news

Totally get where you’re coming from. When I first got braces, I felt like no gadget or product could really get everything clean. Tried a few “miracl...

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RE: Making brushing fun for little ones—what actually works?

Love the sticker chart idea. We went through a phase where my daughter would hide under the table when it was time to brush—total drama. What finally ...

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RE: How Does Smoking Change Your Smile?

Totally relate to the stains sticking around even after quitting. For me, the yellow faded a bit with time, but it took a couple dentist visits before...

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RE: Snacks that make your dentist cringe (and ones they secretly love)

Totally agree about popcorn hulls—those things are sneaky. I used to love movie popcorn, but after chipping a tooth, I learned my lesson. Cheese has b...

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RE: Making the switch: how I use my water flosser (and where I still mess up)

Haha, that’s exactly why I gave up on shower flossing... I just end up guessing where the water’s going and hope for the best. The mirror splatter is ...

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RE: How I keep track of my gum check-ups (and wonder if I'm doing it right)

I totally get what you mean about thinking regular cleanings would be enough. I was the same—figured if I just showed up every six months, I’d be good...

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RE: Which one actually gets your teeth cleaner: blasting with water or good ol’ string floss?

I totally get the appeal—water flossers just make the whole thing less of a hassle. I switched after getting tired of string catching on my crowns. My...

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