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RE: How long did your bridge replacement actually take?
Yeah, I totally get where you’re coming from. When I had my bridge done, my dentist actually tried the digital scan first, but then switched to the traditional mold because my bite was “complicated.” I was a little disap...
RE: How soft is too soft for toothbrush bristles?
I’ve been wondering about this too, especially since I switched to extra-soft bristles after my last cleaning. I noticed they started to splay out after maybe a month, which seemed quick compared to the medium ones I use...
RE: Keeping that post-root canal cheek puff under control
I kept my head flat the first night and woke up looking like a chipmunk - definitely learned that lesson the hard way. My dentist did mention icing, but I wasn’t told about timing or breaks, so I just kept it on there fo...
RE: Daily mouthwash vs. regular dental checkups for keeping your mouth healthy?
I’ve wondered about this too, because I used to think mouthwash was basically a shortcut if you were lazy about brushing or flossing. But after my last checkup, the hygienist explained that mouthwash is kind of like an “...