That’s the perfect comparison. I’ve tried the vinegar trick, too, and you’re right—it works, but the taste is... interesting. I do think gentle brushi...
Silicone-based ointments actually worked better for me than plain Vaseline—felt like they created a more stubborn barrier, especially when my lips wer...
I get what you mean about wires feeling more “permanent,” but I’ve actually found the opposite in my case. That’s exactly what happened to my sister—...
String floss is such a pain sometimes, but I’ve noticed the same thing—water flossers just don’t quite get into those tight spots for me either. I use...
I totally get what you’re saying about jaw tension making everything worse. After my last tightening, I caught myself clenching way more than usual, e...
I totally get the urge to track every little change—I've done the photo thing too, though sometimes I wonder if it just fuels my anxiety more than it ...
I get what you mean—it’s frustrating when it feels like they’re just saying “do this” without details. I’ve started straight-up asking for pros and co...
Popcorn is seriously the worst offender—I’ve sworn it off until these braces come off. I totally relate to the water flosser thing. I thought it was j...
Lettuce is my nemesis too—no shame in sticking to the soft stuff for a while. I used to feel embarrassed about how long I’d spend in the bathroom afte...
Yeah, the price difference is wild—strips really do add up fast. Sensitive toothpaste definitely helps with comfort, but honestly, I haven’t noticed i...
Funny you mention Greek yogurt—it was a total lifesaver for me, too. I actually found dairy soothing, but I know some folks say it can mess with heali...
That zingy, electric-shock-to-the-brain feeling after whitening trays is just... ugh. I remember the first time it happened to me, I genuinely thought...
Those rubber bands really do have a way of taking over your life for a while. I remember my son’s ortho saying, “They only work when you wear them,” a...
I totally get the stress—my kid was the same, barely gave me any clues if something hurt. For us, the first week was a little sensitive, but it faded....
That’s honestly such a smart approach. After a couple dental scares myself, I’ve come to believe that less is more when it comes to whitening fads. Th...