Yeah, I hear you on the price of in-office whitening—just not realistic for us either. My teen got those chalky spots too after using strips, and hone...
Definitely a win in my book. I was skeptical about tongue cleaners too, but honestly, they’re cheap and last forever. Way easier than getting my kid t...
That’s exactly it—sometimes the free or cheap stuff just does the trick. I’ve wasted money on fancy splints and even special pillows, but a warm compr...
That’s the tough part, isn’t it? I’ve been tempted by all those “perfect smile” posts too, but honestly, the pain and cost just aren’t worth it for me...
Same here. I’ve tried the “mint” ones and honestly, they’re just as bad but pricier. I just stick to the cheapest brand from the pharmacy—doesn’t tast...
I totally get that. I’m always checking and rechecking too, especially when it’s something new or expensive. Sometimes all the extra info does make me...
Honestly, I get what you’re saying about soft foods, but I didn’t really bother with that. Ate regular stuff (just chewed on the other side) and saved...
Sticker charts worked for us for a while, but honestly, I got tired of buying little rewards all the time. My kid started expecting a prize every week...
Activated charcoal's decent, agreed—messy but cheap and effective. I switched to baking soda paste myself; less zombie-mouth, still budget-friendly. A...
Yeah, soreness hung around for me too, especially after eating crunchy or chewy stuff. I stuck to softer foods longer than planned, and it seemed to h...
Tried one of those DIY kits once—honestly, wasn't impressed. It felt bulky and awkward, and I ended up chewing through it in about two months. Agree o...
Yeah, same here. Mine usually makes it around 10-12 months, but I stretch it out longer if I can... those things aren't cheap. Last year was rough tho...
Yeah, applesauce was my go-to as well. Cheap, easy to swallow, and zero hassle. Peanut butter sounds good in theory, but honestly, after my extraction...
I get the soup suggestion, but honestly, lukewarm soups never really did it for me. After my surgery, I tried broth-based soups and found them pretty ...
Yeah, totally agree. Gum's nice as an extra step, but I haven't noticed enough difference to justify the higher price tag. Anyone found a budget-frien...