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RE: Switching to floss picks totally changed my nightly routine

Honestly, I keep debating whether to switch to floss picks too. I get super anxious about my gums bleeding, and the regular string always makes me fee...

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RE: That first week after wisdom teeth removal… did anyone else swear by ice packs?

I’m honestly still nervous about whether I iced enough or too much. Everyone kept telling me “ice is key!” but after a while, my face just felt numb a...

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RE: Electric Toothbrushes vs. Manual for Kids: Which Actually Works Better?

I get so stressed about getting my kid to brush at all, honestly. We tried an electric one with lights and sounds, but she hated the buzzing—said it w...

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RE: Keeping your retainer from getting gross (and actually remembering to wear it)

That haze freaks me out too. I keep worrying it means bacteria are building up, even if I’m cleaning it daily. Does the vinegar taste linger? I’m ner...

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RE: Finally stopped my teeth from wiggling—here’s what worked for me

Ugh, I totally relate to the anxiety about making things worse. Those cheap flossers snapped on me too and it just made me more nervous—felt like I wa...

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RE: Dealing with those sneaky in-between tooth cavities

I totally get what you mean about the threaders. I tried those reusable picks once and honestly, I felt like I was torturing myself—my gums were sore ...

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RE: Root canal horror stories in the news—should I be worried about picking the right specialist?

I’m right there with you, honestly. The whole cost thing makes me so nervous, especially after hearing about people getting slammed with those “surpri...

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RE: Anyone dealt with wobbly teeth? What worked for you?

Wobbly teeth are honestly one of the scariest things I’ve dealt with since starting braces. I know the ortho keeps saying it’s “normal” and all, but i...

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

String floss all the way, honestly. I know the water flosser is supposed to be easier and more fun for kids (and adults), but I get super anxious abou...

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RE: Which Feels Better: Custom Vs. Boil-And-Bite Mouthguards?

I totally get the anxiety about losing a custom one—mine was a huge investment for me, and I’m honestly still scared I’ll misplace it. The boil-and-bi...

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RE: Keeping Teeth Clean Without Breaking the Bank: My Cheap Floss Routine

I totally relate to this. I get so anxious at the dentist, and honestly the price tags just add to it. I tried those unwaxed samples once and it was a...

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RE: What if you woke up with dragon breath every day?

I totally get the struggle with cereal before bed. I’m always super anxious about morning breath, and honestly, I’ve started avoiding late-night snack...

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RE: The day my tongue cleaner became a secret weapon

I totally get this—I’ve got braces now too, and the idea of a metal spoon scraping near my wires just freaks me out. I keep worrying I’ll pop somethin...

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RE: Best way to get the most out of fluoride: paste or rinse first?

I totally get what you mean about wanting to rinse—it just feels wrong not to, but my dentist said the same thing about leaving the paste on. Honestly...

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RE: Kicked gum disease’s butt—anyone else turn things around?

I know what you mean about regular floss getting stuck—I literally panicked the last time it happened and almost gave up on flossing altogether. The w...

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