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RE: Keeping your mouth healthy after a root canal – what worked for you?
Yeah, I kinda agree with that. I was super paranoid after my root canal - kept checking if the tooth felt different or if I was biting weird. Using a baby toothbrush legit helped though, and I started flossing with those...
RE: Ibuprofen vs. prescription meds for post-extraction agony - what actually works better?
Man, dry socket is brutal. I had one after my wisdom tooth came out and honestly, ibuprofen helped a bit but didn’t really cut it at night either. The prescription stuff made me super groggy, like you said - kinda spaced...
RE: How soft is too soft for toothbrush bristles?
I get what you mean - those ultra soft ones almost feel like you’re brushing with a marshmallow, lol. I tried Curaprox 5460 after reading a bunch of reviews, and honestly, it’s super gentle but still seems to clear out t...
RE: Weirdest things that actually help with braces pain
Frozen grapes are a solid hack, not gonna lie. I was a little skeptical at first but they actually hit the spot - kinda like mini ice packs you can eat. I tried cold pasta once, thinking it’d be easy on my teeth, but nop...
RE: GETTING THROUGH THE DENTIST CHAIR WITHOUT PANIC - ANYONE TRIED SEDATION?
Dang, that actually sounds way less scary than I imagined. I always thought IV sedation would knock you out cold, but being relaxed and not remembering much? That’s kinda ideal for me. Appreciate you sharing how it reall...
RE: Toothpaste aisle overwhelm: how I pick what actually works
Yeah, I totally get that software update comparison - it’s like if I skip my sensitive toothpaste for a couple days, boom, ice cream feels like a bad idea again. I’ve bounced around between brands, honestly? Didn’t reall...
RE: WEIRD TRICKS PEOPLE SWEAR BY FOR WOBBLY TEETH
That’s interesting, because my parents always did the “tie it to a doorknob” thing with me and honestly, it was kinda traumatic. I get wanting to speed things up, but now that I’m seeing it from the other side, I’d be wa...
RE: How soon did you get back to your routine after a tooth pulled?
That metallic taste is the worst, right? I kept thinking my mouth was turning into a robot or something. I actually tried brushing it away, but it just made it weirder, especially after the rinse. First day, I was basica...
RE: How I pack and care for my retainer when traveling - step by step
That’s honestly smart, rinsing after the tablets. I always wonder about those instructions... like, are they just assuming people are fine with weird aftertastes? I’m new to this whole retainer life and I already get par...
RE: What’s your go-to after jaw surgery: wax, salt water, or just toughing it out?
Yeah, I totally feel you about the wax being more hassle than help. I tried it a few times after my jaw surgery and honestly, it just kept falling off, especially when I was eating or even just talking. It got stuck in w...
RE: How much is too much when it comes to fluoride rinse?
I get what you’re saying, but I kinda worry about the “a little extra now and then” thing. I read somewhere that too much fluoride over time can mess with your enamel, like cause those white spots? I’m probably overthink...
RE: Swollen Gums With Braces: Ice Packs or Salt Water Rinses?
I kinda get what you mean about salt water being gentler, but honestly, I’ve had more luck with ice packs when my gums were really swollen after a wire change. The salt rinse felt nice for a bit, but cold packs actually ...
RE: If Your Braces Hurt Like Crazy At Night, What’s Your Go-To Fix?
Man, I totally get the mushy gum thing - mine felt like it was melting the first week. Salt water rinses didn’t do much for me either, honestly. I started using orthodontic wax on the brackets at night, and that helped a...
RE: Making the switch: how I use my water flosser (and where I still mess up)
Yeah, I’m kinda in the same boat. I geeked out over my water flosser at first, but I still get gunk between my back teeth that only string floss seems to grab. The water thing feels awesome on my gums though, especially ...
RE: Kicking the thumb habit - anyone else see their kid’s teeth straighten out?
Kicking the Thumb Habit - Anyone Else See Their Kid’s Teeth Straighten Out? That’s interesting, and kinda freaky, honestly. My little guy is only five, but he’s been a hardcore thumb sucker since, like, before he could ...