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RE: Why is brushing teeth with kids like herding cats?
Letting kids pick their own toothbrush totally makes sense - my nephew went through a phase where he’d only use a blue one with a dinosaur. It’s funny how just a bit of control can make the whole process smoother. I get ...
RE: Can apples and carrots actually help keep your teeth clean?
Can’t blame you for thinking apples would do the trick, especially with braces. I did the same thing for a while - thought grabbing an apple or a carrot was enough to keep my teeth from feeling gross after lunch at schoo...
RE: Surprised by what’s lurking in “healthy” snacks?
That’s honestly been my experience too. Tried to eat a thin slice of pear once - thought I was being clever - and still ended up with a wire bent out of shape. It’s wild how even “safe” foods can cause issues. You’re rig...
RE: BRACES HURT WAY MORE THAN I EXPECTED... WHAT HELPS?
Title: BRACES HURT WAY MORE THAN I EXPECTED... WHAT HELPS? Yeah, the pain level caught me off guard too. It’s not just “a bit sore” - it’s like my whole jaw is protesting. Wax helped a little with the inside of my cheek...
RE: Switching to floss picks totally changed my nightly routine
That’s exactly why I gave up on my water flosser. It felt more like cleaning the bathroom than my teeth half the time. Floss picks are way less hassle for me, too. I haven’t noticed any downside - if anything, my gums se...
RE: Getting used to eating and talking with new teeth
Yeah, I get what you mean about the tongue feeling like it’s got a mind of its own. After I got my crowns last year, I kept accidentally biting the inside of my cheek for like two weeks straight. It was like my mouth had...
RE: That first week after wisdom teeth removal… did anyone else swear by ice packs?
Had the same reaction to ice packs. I stuck with them for about 24 hours, but after that, the cold just made my jaw tense up and my teeth ache. Switched to a heated neck wrap - way more comfortable and didn’t leave me qu...
RE: How Has Getting Braces as an Adult Worked Out for You?
That’s definitely been my experience too. I went with aligners because I wanted something less “in your face” than metal braces, but didn’t realize how fragile those trays could be until I cracked my first one. The cost ...
RE: Dealing with those sneaky in-between tooth cavities
Same here - saltwater just made my mouth feel less gross, but I doubt it actually helped my gums recover faster. I’m curious, did you try switching brush sizes? I found the tiny ones were way less harsh on my gums than t...
RE: How soon do you notice bleeding gums?
Yeah, I get the same thing - switching up my routine always seems to set my gums off for a week or two. I’ve noticed that if I start using a new electric toothbrush head or a different floss, there’s more bleeding at fir...
RE: Weirdest thing that helped me after gum surgery
I actually had the total opposite reaction - cold foods were a lifesaver for me. Ice cream was about the only thing that didn’t make my mouth feel like it was on fire. Hot stuff just seemed to irritate everything more, m...
RE: Weird sensations after getting braces off - how to make it less awkward?
That trampoline feeling is wild, right? I remember thinking my teeth might just bail out of my mouth the first time I bit into a sandwich. From what I’ve read (and felt), your periodontal ligaments need time to tighten b...
RE: Knocked-out tooth panic: what did you do?
Yeah, the idea of just shoving the tooth back in freaks me out too. I get why dentists say it’s best, but in the moment? No way. I’d probably mess it up. Keeping saline in the car is smart though - I’ve got a little firs...
RE: Cleaning Teeth Professionally vs. DIY Before Braces - Which Did You Choose?
I was in the same boat - almost skipped the pro cleaning because of the cost, but ended up going for it. For me, it boiled down to not wanting to risk any buildup messing with my braces later. Plus, I’d read that some st...