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RE: What would you do if your kid knocked out a tooth at the playground?
That’s actually really helpful info. I’ve always wondered if it’s really safe to put a tooth in milk or if that was just an old wives’ tale. Never had to do it myself either, but with three kids, I feel like it’s just a ...
RE: Keeping those stitches clean after a tooth pull - what worked for me
Honestly, I never used the syringe as much as my dentist said I should. I was nervous about poking at the stitches and making things worse, so I mostly stuck to gentle rinses with salt water. Didn’t have any issues with ...
RE: Keeping old bridges in shape - what actually works?
I’ve had a bridge for years and honestly, regular floss just didn’t cut it for me either. I’d get bleeding and that weird “not quite clean” feeling. Switched to those little proxy brushes and a water flosser - made a hug...
RE: Getting comfortable with a big smile even when your gums show
I get where you’re coming from, but I actually ended up getting a second opinion after my dentist brushed off my concerns. For me, it wasn’t just about looks - I had some gum sensitivity and my bite felt off. The second ...
RE: Weirdest Feeling After Getting Stitches Out From Dental Implants?
I get what you mean about the saltwater rinses - I followed the instructions, but honestly, I couldn’t tell if they sped things up or not. After my second implant, I also had that weird hollow feeling, especially when bi...
RE: LOOSE TEETH AND BLEEDING GUMS AFTER NEWS ABOUT MOUTHWASH?
I totally fell for that “24-hour” mouthwash hype too. I figured if it said all-day, I could skip flossing here and there - bad call. My gums would bleed when I brushed, and I started getting paranoid about a couple teeth...
RE: Worried about 6 root canals
I’ve wondered about this too, because my son needed multiple root canals last year and the dentist wanted to do them all in two sessions. I pushed back a bit since he’s pretty sensitive to pain and has a hard time with d...
RE: Finally stopped my teeth from wiggling - here’s what worked for me
I’ve been on the fence about getting a water flosser, mostly because I’m not sure if it actually helps with gum recession or just feels good. Did you notice any real difference in gum health, or is it more just about get...
RE: How soon did you get back to your routine after a tooth pulled?
That sounds a lot like my house after my son’s extraction - he was begging for popcorn and burgers by day two. I waited until the bleeding stopped and he could touch the spot without wincing, which was around day five. D...
RE: Tiny tweaks that made my dentist stop scolding me
That’s interesting, because I went through something similar - swore by my manual brush for years, but my dentist kept pointing out the same problem areas. Switched to an electric one (mostly because my spouse wouldn’t s...
RE: Does switching to vaping actually help your teeth and gums?
Yeah, I’m in the same boat with the bleeding gums. Switched from smoking to vaping thinking it’d be less harsh, but honestly, my gums have been way more sensitive since then. I get that dry feeling too, and sometimes aft...
RE: How I deal with a busted tooth until I can see the dentist
I get where you’re coming from - leaving a tooth open just freaks me out. I’ve used those temp filling kits a couple times and honestly, they held up better than I thought. Ever have one come loose and make things worse ...
RE: Brushing your teeth could be good for your heart too?
That’s interesting - my dentist mentioned the inflammation link too, but I wasn’t sure it would actually show up in something like blood pressure. I’ve always brushed and flossed, but never used a waterpik. Did you notic...
RE: Best way to get the most out of fluoride: paste or rinse first?
I hear you on the habit part - I still catch myself reaching for water out of reflex. My hygienist said the same thing about fluoride sticking around, but honestly, does anyone else worry about swallowing leftover paste?...
RE: Which is better: letting a retreatment heal naturally or pushing for a quick fix?
I’ve been in this spot more times than I’d like to admit - especially with my youngest, who’s convinced brushing is some kind of medieval punishment. The “wait or fix” question is brutal. Last year, I had a molar that st...