The polishing paste is oddly satisfying, I totally get it... like, my teeth always feel way smoother after. Did you guys get a cleaning right before g...
Seriously, I’ve had that exact thought—like, the one night I skip my retainer, my teeth are plotting their escape. And elastics...ugh. I get paranoid ...
Totally get where you’re coming from. I’ve actually gone to urgent care for tooth pain before, but honestly, it felt like a waste—just got some ibupro...
That’s exactly what happened to me after my wisdom teeth removal. I was convinced something had gone wrong because two stitches vanished in a week, bu...
My dentist actually mentioned something similar—said aligners can double as night guards since they stop you from grinding. But she also pointed out t...
Haha, same here... my "one-year" braces are now pushing two and counting. I swear orthodontists must have their own special calendar or something. Hav...
Definitely agree on the stress thing... I noticed whenever I'm under pressure at work or not sleeping well, my gums get super sensitive and sore spots...
I totally get the frustration—been there myself. Have you had a consultation yet to see what your options are? I remember obsessing over my slightly c...
Totally agree with this! It's easy to feel stuck when progress is slow, but those little tweaks can make a surprising difference. Did you notice soren...
Mashed sweet potatoes were a lifesaver for me too, but honestly, cinnamon was a bit much for my taste when my mouth was sore. Butter was perfect thoug...
Totally agree about holding the brush lightly—my orthodontist mentioned that too. Did you find it tricky at first to remember not to press down hard? ...
I've noticed the same thing with those DIY LED kits—barely any difference for me either. My professional whitening lasted way longer, but honestly, th...
Haha, totally relate to this! After my braces came off and I had a tooth extraction for implants, I was bracing myself (pun intended) for weeks of mis...
Haha, picturing plaque colonies throwing a party is hilariously relatable... now that's stuck in my head too. Did you ever find a mouthwash that doesn...
Couldn't agree more with this. Did your dentist mention anything about enamel damage from those cheaper treatments? I had braces for a couple years, a...