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RE: How soon is too soon for baby's first dentist trip?
Totally agree, comfort items can really help. Another thing I've found useful is gradually introducing dental visits - like first just visiting the office without any procedures, then slowly progressing to a quick check-...
RE: struggling with pain after bone graft - anyone else dealing with this?
We had the same issue with yogurt - it was just too thick and kinda stuck around the stitches, making things uncomfortable. Switching to Greek yogurt and thinning it out with a bit of milk or almond milk helped a lot... ...
RE: Sensitive Gums Driving Me Nuts - Saltwater Rinse or OTC Gel?
Totally agree about the saltwater rinse - it really helps reduce inflammation and gently cleans the gums. The gels are okay, but they mostly numb the surface briefly without addressing underlying irritation. Also, try av...
RE: How soon is too soon for baby's first dentist trip?
We started around the one-year mark too - honestly mostly because our dentist is super proactive and talked us into it. At first I thought it was way too early, like "seriously, what are they gonna do with a kid who bare...
RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?
I get what you're saying, but honestly, monthly payments aren't always that stressful if you plan them right. I did braces on a payment plan - just kept a small buffer in my checking account each month. Never had issues,...
RE: fluoride in toothpaste - do you worry about it?
Yeah, I totally relate to this. Honestly, I think parenting today comes with information overload - so many opinions and scary warnings everywhere you look. Fluoride can seem worrying at first, but like you said, it's sa...