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RE: Weirdest thing I learned about cleaning clear aligners
I keep hearing about the vinegar thing but I’m honestly a little nervous to try it... Did you just use regular white vinegar? I get really anxious about putting anything in my mouth that’s not “officially approved” by th...
RE: Finally flossing around my implants without fear - anyone else get nervous at first?
I’m right there with you. I was so freaked out I’d mess something up around my implant, especially at first - felt like even the floss could somehow “damage” it (which I know sounds dramatic now, but still). The threader...
RE: Electric vs. manual toothbrushes for kids - what’s actually better?
This hits home. My son is a brush chewer too - he’ll gnaw on the bristles for ages but as soon as I try to get him to actually brush, he acts like I’m torturing him. Electric or manual, it’s all the same. The only differ...
RE: What’s your go-to after jaw surgery: wax, salt water, or just toughing it out?
I totally get what you mean about the wax just disappearing mid-meal. I tried those comfort strips too after my jaw surgery, but honestly, I was kind of nervous about putting anything new in my mouth (paranoid about infe...
RE: What Helped Me Heal Faster After That Annoying Root Tip Surgery
The baby toothbrush thing is honestly something I never thought I’d do either, but here we are. My dentist suggested it and I kind of rolled my eyes at first, but after the first couple days post-surgery, my regular brus...
RE: How do you deal with your favorite drinks turning your teeth yellow?
I’ve honestly tried to cut back on coffee for this exact reason, but I just end up feeling tired and cranky. Whitening strips make my gums sting too, and I swear my teeth get more sensitive every time I use them. The str...
RE: Little things that helped me get through my braces timeline
I’m actually kinda nervous about adding baking soda to salt water rinses… my ortho said to just stick with plain salt water, so I’ve been worried about messing up the balance or irritating my mouth more. Did you ever hav...
RE: Getting used to new dentures: slow and steady or all at once?
Yeah, I’m with you on that. I tried to do too much at first and my gums were just not having it. Even eating soft foods felt weird for days. I still get nervous that I’m not “progressing fast enough,” but honestly, takin...
RE: Weirdest pain after getting braces tightened - normal or not?
That’s wild, I thought I was being dramatic when my whole face started aching after my last adjustment. I get what you mean about the pain moving around - one minute it’s my front teeth, then suddenly my jaw feels like i...
RE: Why does milk get all the credit for strong teeth?
Honestly, I’ve wondered the same thing about dairy. I went through a phase where I cut out all milk products and my teeth got super sensitive too... like even breathing in cold air hurt. I’m back to eating cheese and yog...
RE: KIDS' TOOTHBRUSHES: ELECTRIC VS MANUAL - WHAT'S WORKING FOR YOUR FAMILY?
I totally relate to the “magic wand” thing - sometimes I feel like I have to turn brushing into a full-on performance just to get my daughter through it. The electric brush seemed so promising, but she kept complaining i...
RE: How I deal with a busted tooth until I can see the dentist
Yeah, that’s actually my biggest fear too. I used a temp kit once and it fell out while I was eating - freaked me out because I was worried about food getting stuck or infection. Felt like it made the tooth more sensitiv...
RE: Weirdest thing that helped me after gum surgery
I totally get the paranoia - after my gum graft, I was basically sleeping upright like a vampire because I read it would help. Didn’t notice a huge difference either, and honestly, I woke up with my head sideways anyway....
RE: Electric vs manual toothbrush after a root canal - what’s worked for you?
Electric vs Manual Toothbrush After a Root Canal - What’s Worked for You? That zingy feeling is exactly what freaked me out after my root canal too. I kept switching between my manual brush and the Sonicare because I ho...
RE: Keeping Teeth Clean Without Breaking the Bank: My Cheap Floss Routine
Yeah, I totally get what you mean about the water flosser just sitting there. Mine honestly collects more dust than I’d like to admit. But hearing your hygienist noticed a difference makes me wonder if I should try harde...