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RE: Keeping your retainer from getting gross (and actually remembering to wear it)
My kiddo’s retainer has almost ended up in the trash more times than I’d like to admit, so I totally get the napkin struggle. We switched to a bright orange case after one too many close calls. I also have to practically...
RE: If mashed potatoes could talk: surviving those first days after getting braces
My kiddo had the exact same struggle with oatmeal - those little bits just find their way into every possible crevice, and then it’s a whole production trying to get them out. We tried microwaving yogurt too (I thought i...
RE: What if you woke up with dragon breath every day?
Funny you mention dairy - I've heard that a lot, but it hasn't really been a big trigger for my kid. We did try cutting it out for a bit when her allergies were flaring up, but honestly, I didn't notice much difference w...
RE: How Long Did It Take You To Feel Normal After Root Tip Surgery?
That “buzzy” feeling is spot on - my son called it “TV static face” after his root tip surgery last fall. He was convinced he’d never feel normal again, especially since the outside looked fine but he’d flinch every time...
RE: Which works better for whiter teeth: Crest 3D White mouthwash or Listerine Healthy White?
My kiddo has pretty sensitive teeth, so we tried both of these hoping for a gentle whitening boost. I agree with this: For us, it kept things from getting worse, but didn’t erase the stains from braces. We ended up doin...
RE: Where do you go first in a dental crisis - ER, urgent care, or straight to your dentist?
Yeah, I totally get where you’re coming from. When my kid had a bad toothache over a weekend, urgent care just gave us antibiotics and told us to see a dentist ASAP. It helped with the pain for a bit, but didn’t actually...
RE: Surviving morning breath: tales from the smoker’s toothbrush
It’s funny you mention the water flosser - I used to call it my “mini carwash” for teeth. My kid’s dentist actually recommended it after we had a couple rough checkups (lots of, “Well, we’ll keep an eye on that spot…”). ...
RE: What surprised me about reshaping your gums
The speech thing totally caught my daughter off guard too - she was so frustrated trying to say certain words and just ended up giving up mid-sentence sometimes. I think we worried more about that than the actual healing...
RE: Worried about stitches after implant surgery
Swelling was a big deal for my kid too - he looked like he’d stuffed a tennis ball in his cheek for a couple days. We did the saltwater rinses after the first 24 hours, but honestly, trying to get a 9-year-old to “gently...
RE: Dental crowns: zirconia vs porcelain, which lasts longer?
Glad to hear things eventually settled for you! My daughter got porcelain crowns about two years ago, and we had a similar experience - initially she complained about her bite feeling weird, but now it's like nothing eve...
RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally
I've noticed sensitivity can vary quite a bit depending on the person and the product. My daughter tried whitening strips last year, and she did mention some mild sensitivity afterward, but nothing too uncomfortable. Whe...
RE: Unexpected toothpaste hacks that actually work
Yeah, makes sense to me too. My kid loved the charcoal stuff at first - thought it was cool and all - but after a few weeks, he started complaining about his teeth feeling weirdly sensitive. Switched back to regular toot...
RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster
My daughter had the same struggle with popcorn - movie nights were rough for a while. One sneaky kernel and she'd be back in the orthodontist's chair getting things fixed. Totally second the wax suggestion, though; we ke...
RE: Grinding teeth at night...what if you ignored it?
I can definitely relate to this. My son started grinding his teeth at night when he was around 7, and at first I didn't think much of it - just figured it was a phase he'd outgrow. But after a few months, he started waki...