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RE: Would you wait or go straight for an implant after losing a tooth?

Yeah, dental bills can be a real gut punch. When I lost a molar a few years ago, my dentist gave me the whole rundown about shifting and bone loss, bu...

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RE: Worried about stitches after implant surgery

I totally get the anxiety you're feeling right now. I had implant surgery last year, and the stitches were honestly the worst part for me too. Kept th...

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RE: Water flossers showdown: cordless vs countertop, what's your pick?

Same here, I went countertop too after a cordless one died on me (battery stopped holding charge after a year—ugh). Countertop models just seem more d...

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RE: Unexpected toothpaste hacks that actually work

I've never tried vinegar myself, mostly because I can't stand the smell even diluted...it just lingers for me. Honestly, I've been using a soft-bristl...

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RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros

Haha, I feel this on a spiritual level. But if you're looking for something budget-friendly and reliable, I've had pretty good luck with dish soap—esp...

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RE: Finding the right doc for bone graft surgery—recent story got me thinking

Haha, smoothies definitely get old fast. I went the budget-friendly route and stocked up on canned soups beforehand—cream of tomato, chicken noodle (m...

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RE: Finding the right doc for bone graft surgery—recent story got me thinking

Totally agree about the wedge pillow—made a huge difference for me too. I tried stacking pillows at first (budget-friendly, right?), but they always s...

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RE: The Great Mouthguard Mystery: A Tale of the Vanishing Case

Totally agree with you on the ventilated case thing. I switched about three months back, and it surprised me too. Honestly, at first glance, it seemed...

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RE: How soon is too soon for baby's first dentist trip?

Haha, I feel this! My daughter was the same—first visit was basically her clinging to me like a koala and wailing. But after a few rounds, she warmed ...

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RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?

Monthly was definitely the way to go for us too—our wallet just couldn't handle the upfront hit. Autopay saved us from late fees (been there, done tha...

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RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately

Good points about hormones and vitamins, but sometimes it's simpler stuff too—like the toothpaste you're using. A while back I switched to a whitening...

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RE: My dentist convinced me to switch to electric—now I'm lost in toothbrush land

Couldn't agree more with this! I started out with a budget-friendly Oral-B model, nothing flashy—just a basic timer and pressure sensor. Honestly, it ...

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RE: braces disaster: what would you do if a wire snapped mid-vacation?

I mean, orthodontic wax is definitely handy—I always keep some in my bag—but sugar-free gum? I'd be worried it'd just get messy and harden awkwardly a...

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RE: my recovery after implants—anyone else had a rough first week?

Elevating the head does help a bit, but honestly, I found ice packs kinda overrated. They helped initially, sure, but after day 2 or so, they didn't s...

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