The gum trick definitely has merit—I've used it myself, especially after meals when brushing isn't an option. I hadn't thought about the straw method ...

I see your point, but from my experience, sensitivity after braces can vary quite a bit. I waited about two weeks before whitening and still had notic...

Chlorhexidine can indeed be tricky—I experienced similar issues with the lingering aftertaste, though irritation wasn't a major problem for me either....

Scrambled eggs worked well for me too, but honestly, cottage cheese was my lifesaver. Easy protein, gentle on the gums, and didn't get boring as fast ...

I've had similar experiences myself—did all the recommended dental hygiene stuff, yet cavities kept popping up. Eventually, my dentist suggested check...

I've actually considered going the dental school route myself, but ended up chickening out last minute and paying full price at my regular dentist (ou...

That's definitely a practical approach. Another thing I've found helpful is choosing foods carefully when eating out—nothing too leafy or stringy that...

I used to think veneers were purely aesthetic too, but your experience makes sense. My dentist explained that veneers can smooth out minor imperfectio...

I get your point about genetics playing a big role—some people definitely luck out with stronger teeth. But I'd be careful about generalizing that too...

Honestly, I'd steer clear of glue or tape—sounds like a recipe for disaster (or at least a weird taste in your mouth...). When mine snapped last year,...

I've had braces for about a year now and went through the same dilemma early on. Initially, I leaned towards wax because it was straightforward to app...

You're definitely not alone in feeling overwhelmed—I went through something similar with my son a couple years back. At first, I thought it would be s...

I found braces easier in terms of compliance, honestly. With Invisalign, there's always that little voice in your head reminding you to put them back ...

That's great to hear your veneers turned out well. I've been considering veneers myself, but I'm still weighing the pros and cons—especially durabilit...