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RE: Tricks for feeling good about a “toothy” smile?

Interesting take, but I’ll be honest—sometimes the stuff we obsess over really does show up in photos or when we’re talking, even if no one’s said any...

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RE: What did you get after your root canal: crown, filling, or something else?

I see this all the time—back teeth really do take a beating, and after a root canal, they’re just not as strong as they used to be. A lot of people ho...

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RE: Switching to floss picks totally changed my nightly routine

Totally get what you mean about water flossers turning into a bathroom cleanup session. I’ve seen so many people get frustrated with the splash zone, ...

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RE: Electric vs manual toothbrushes for kids—what's actually easier?

Couldn’t agree more with this. I see parents get a little too comfortable once they switch to electric, thinking it’s a magic fix. Honestly, some kids...

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RE: Keeping your tongue scraper from becoming a science experiment

Not gonna lie, I’m definitely more on the cautious side when it comes to these things. Stainless steel is pretty solid, but I’ve seen a few too many “...

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RE: Making recovery from jaw surgery less miserable—what actually helped?

I remember being so paranoid about waking up with a desert-dry mouth, I actually kept a spray bottle of water on my nightstand. Not glamorous, but it ...

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RE: Switching to floss picks totally changed my nightly routine

I totally get what you mean about floss picks not always getting the job done. I see this come up a lot, actually. The convenience is great, especiall...

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RE: Getting used to new dentures: slow and steady or all at once?

Shorter wear times at first can definitely help some folks adjust, especially if the sore spots are making it tough to keep the dentures in all day. I...

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RE: Keeping dental implants clean: what’s worked (and not worked) for you?

I hear you on the water flosser—some folks swear by them, but I’ve seen more than a few patients wind up with sore gums or just hating the sensation. ...

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RE: How I keep track of my gum check-ups (and wonder if I'm doing it right)

I hear you on the cost part—those frequent checkups can add up, especially if your insurance only covers the basics. From what I see, the three-month ...

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RE: Which one actually gets your teeth cleaner: blasting with water or good ol’ string floss?

I can totally relate to the bathroom chaos—my first round with a water flosser looked more like a science experiment gone wrong than dental hygiene. T...

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RE: HOW OFTEN DO YOU REALLY NEED TO SEE YOUR DENTIST AFTER IMPLANTS?

I get where you’re coming from, but I wouldn’t say the follow-ups are just for the dentist’s peace of mind. I’ve seen a few cases where someone though...

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RE: Whitening strips and tooth pain: how do you avoid it?

Honestly, I get where you’re coming from—ice cream is pretty much my nemesis too, so I hear you on the sensitive teeth front. Whitening strips can be ...

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RE: Did you know babies can get cavities before their first birthday?

Yeah, totally agree—diet is just one part of the puzzle. I’ve seen siblings with totally different cavity histories, too, and it drives parents nuts t...

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RE: Ever heard of onlays instead of crowns after a root canal?

Totally get where you’re coming from. All these terms get tossed around and it’s easy to feel left out of the loop. Onlays can actually be a good midd...

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