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RE: Keeping your electric toothbrush in shape - what do you actually do?
I’ve wondered the same about hot water and bristles - haven’t seen mine actually warp, but I do feel like they get a bit “fluffier” faster if I rinse with really hot water. Maybe that’s just normal wear, though. I usuall...
RE: Cheap floss that actually works? My search for budget dental care
That “mini museum” description is too real - I’ve got a graveyard of floss in my bathroom drawer too. It’s wild how something as simple as floss can be so hit or miss, especially with crowns or tight teeth. Have you ever...
RE: HOW OFTEN DO YOU REALLY NEED TO SEE YOUR DENTIST AFTER IMPLANTS?
I get the worry - missing something small can turn into a big deal fast. Did your dentist ever mention if the checkup schedule changes after the first year, or is it just “forever every six months” now? I always wonder i...
RE: Why my dentist swears by electric toothbrushes (and now maybe I do too?)
Funny you mention the timer - I didn’t think I’d care about it, but now if I brush without it, I feel like I’m cheating. I used to get that dreaded “you need to floss more” talk every single visit, but since switching to...
RE: Trouble after wisdom teeth removal vs regular tooth extraction - what’s worse?
I totally get what you mean about wisdom teeth recovery being rougher. For me, the swelling and jaw pain lasted way longer than with a regular molar extraction. I think it’s partly because wisdom teeth are often impacted...
RE: How Often Do You Get Fluoride at the Dentist?
My son had braces for two years and he’d roll his eyes every time the fluoride tray came out - he called it “minty glue.” Honestly, our dentist said it’s more about the kid’s risk than a strict schedule. If they’re brush...
RE: Little things that helped me avoid post-surgery infections
I get where you’re coming from with the anxiety over doing everything “right,” but I actually think a little flexibility is okay. When I had my wisdom teeth out, my dentist said to listen to my body - if gentle saltwater...
RE: Surprised by how fast pro whitening worked for me
That part really surprised me too - after my son’s braces came off, I swear every tiny filling he’d ever had was suddenly way more obvious. We waited a few months before even thinking about whitening, mostly because his ...
RE: What would you do if you ran out of denture cleaner on a trip?
Baking soda really does come through when you're in a pinch, doesn't it? I’ve also tried the salt water route, but after a couple days, things just start to feel... not quite right. I get anxious about soap too - just ne...