Yeah, pressure sensors can really help. I've seen a lot of patients who've struggled with gum recession or sensitivity actually benefit quite a bit fr...
Actually, aligners can sometimes help you become more aware of habits like clenching because you're more tuned into what's happening in your mouth. I'...
Been there myself—tried making a clove oil tincture once for toothache relief, and the smell was... questionable at best. Like you said: Sometimes ...
I've seen this happen a few times with patients—mouthwash can definitely be a bit harsh if it's not diluted. Most retainers and mouthguards are made f...
Waxed floss is definitely easier on the gums, but I've had a few patients mention they prefer water flossers lately. I was skeptical at first (old-sch...
Definitely noticed this! I've seen toddlers who struggled at one office do great at another—sometimes it's just about finding that dentist with the ma...
Glad you mentioned the antiseptic rinse thing—I hear that concern a lot. Honestly, most antiseptic mouthwashes these days are pretty gentle. They migh...
Totally relate to this. I remember thinking yogurt and smoothies would be perfect, but the cold actually made my biopsy spot feel weirdly sensitive at...
My patients usually lean toward sitcoms or reality TV—something easygoing and funny. I've had a few ask me to recap episodes of The Office or Friends,...
Sugar's definitely a common culprit, soda especially. Good on you for making that connection—cutting back can be tough, but it really does pay off in ...
I get what you're saying about trust-building, and it's definitely important long-term. But honestly, distractions like cartoons or ceiling TVs can be...
Totally agree about easing back into crunchy foods gradually. When I got my braces off, my teeth felt super sensitive too, and toothpaste didn't reall...
Sensitivity can definitely drag on a bit... mine lasted around six weeks after whitening. Switching to lukewarm water instead of cold helped me tons. ...
Good call on trusting your gut. Honestly, as someone who sees this stuff daily, I always tell patients it's better to swing by sooner rather than late...
Been using Sonicare myself for about 4 years now, and honestly, it's held up great. Battery life is still solid, and my teeth genuinely feel cleaner c...