Haha, glad I'm not the only one guilty of the ice cube crunching thing... dentists everywhere probably cringe at us. I've had porcelain crowns myself ...
Yeah, social media definitely doesn't help. My son was the same—he'd avoid smiling in pics or cover his mouth when laughing. We finally went for brace...
Tried a whitening mouthwash before bed for a while—didn't notice dryness, but the aftertaste was kinda weird. Personally, oil pulling with coconut oil...
Limiting coffee is definitely tough—I feel your pain there. Charcoal toothpaste can help short-term, but it's pretty abrasive, so I'd be careful using...
Ice cream therapy sounds way better anyway... But yeah, crunchy snacks can definitely ramp up jaw tension. My mouthguard usually lasts about a year, g...
Had a similar experience myself—never bothered with the syringe either. Just gentle rinsing and being careful with food did the trick. Like you said, ...
Haha, totally relate to this. It's funny how quickly flossing becomes second nature once you stick with it. The gums definitely protest at first, but ...
Cardamom works pretty well in my experience—it's subtle enough not to overpower, but still adds warmth and depth. Ginger can be hit or miss though; it...
Yeah, I hear you—learned that one the hard way myself. Had a crown done a while back and figured I could coast on yearly visits. Next thing I know, a ...
Chamomile tea's a solid choice, gentle and soothing. I found lukewarm salt water rinses helpful too—keeps things clean without irritating the area. On...
I totally get where you're coming from with the upfront payments. Monthly installments can feel manageable at first, but life has a funny way of throw...
You'll probably notice a little sensitivity at first, especially with crunchy or cold foods. I remember when I got mine off, biting into an apple felt...
Totally agree with this. Pressure sensors sound great in theory, but kids (and even adults) tend to tune out those flashing lights pretty quickly. Tim...
Avocado smoothies were a lifesaver for us—definitely calorie-dense enough, especially if you toss in some full-fat coconut milk or a spoonful of honey...
Corn on the cob's a classic, but I remember pizza crust being my personal victory food. Took me a while to stop cutting it into tiny pieces out of hab...