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RE: Coping With That Annoying Dry Socket Pain After Tooth Extraction
I totally get the paranoia about dry socket. I was the same - super cautious, but then wondered if I was just making things harder for myself. Did you have any issues with stuff getting stuck in the socket? That was my b...
RE: Coping With That Annoying Dry Socket Pain After Tooth Extraction
I’ve always wondered if the saltwater thing actually makes a difference for pain, or if it’s just a hygiene thing like you said. I tried it after my extraction, but honestly, it burned more than anything and didn’t help ...
RE: Getting used to eating and talking with new teeth
Cutting sandwiches smaller is a good call - I did the same thing for a while. Did you find it tough to get used to biting without worrying something was going to shift or hurt? I remember feeling super self-conscious at ...
RE: How Has Getting Braces as an Adult Worked Out for You?
I totally get that - my gums seem to have a mind of their own too. Did you ever notice if what you eat makes it worse? I swear, some days spicy food just sets everything off. I’ve tried a few gadgets, but honestly, I kee...
RE: Does switching to vaping actually help your teeth and gums?
I totally get where you’re coming from with the dry mouth thing. I switched to vaping after years of smoking, thinking it’d be a huge upgrade for my teeth and gums, but honestly, I’m not sure it’s made a massive differen...
RE: Making brushing fun: What silly games keep your kids interested?
The cat’s teeth - now that’s next-level creativity. I get your concern about screens, though. My nephew got so into the app, he’d sort of space out and forget to actually move the brush. Have you checked his teeth after ...
RE: If you could only pick one vitamin for your teeth, which would it be?
That’s interesting about the black tea - my aunt did the same, and her teeth were like little pearls, never understood it. I totally get what you mean about not knowing what’s actually making a difference. When I started...
RE: Kid toothpaste: tiny smear or pea-sized blob? Which do you use?
Tiny smear for the little ones, definitely. I remember when my nephew was around two, he’d try to eat the toothpaste if there was too much on the brush - like it was dessert or something. The “pea-sized blob” advice alwa...
RE: How I keep track of my gum check-ups (and wonder if I'm doing it right)
I’ve totally wondered the same thing. There were weeks where I’d floss twice a day because I felt “behind” and my gums actually got sore. My dentist said once a day is enough, and more than that can sometimes irritate yo...
RE: Best way to get the most out of fluoride: paste or rinse first?
Paste or rinse first... honestly, I've always wondered if it really matters as much as people say. My dentist also said the main thing is not to rinse with mouthwash right after brushing, but I’ve actually tried skipping...
RE: Tablets vs. soaks: Which is better for cleaning dentures?
That minty taste gets to me too, especially after a while - it’s like every product out there forgot some of us just want things to taste... neutral? I tried using the vinegar trick once and my whole kitchen smelled like...
RE: Root canal + crown combo: anyone else still going strong after years?
That’s interesting - my experience wasn’t all that different. After my crown, I kept feeling like something was “off” even though my dentist did the whole bite test thing and said it was perfect. Did you notice if your j...
RE: Tips for keeping sane after getting a dry socket
Did you get that weird phantom taste too, or was that just me? I swear every time I rinsed with salt water, I’d taste metal for hours. And I totally get the “is this normal?” panic - Google is both a blessing and a curse...
RE: Root canal wasn’t as scary as I thought - pain gone!
I totally get what you mean about the dentist talking through every step. For some people, it’s comforting, but I’ve always wondered if it just makes you hyper-aware of what’s coming next. Like, if they say, “Now you’ll ...
RE: Toothpaste flavors and toddler drama: anyone else?
Toothpaste drama is real. My niece went through a phase where she demanded “sparkly” toothpaste and would literally refuse to brush if it wasn’t the right color. I remember thinking, how did brushing teeth turn into a ho...