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RE: Finally figured out how to eat pizza without crying

Ha, I know exactly what you mean. Those silicone covers are like the dental equivalent of wrapping your sandwich in a rain poncho—sure, it keeps stuff...

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RE: Which do you prefer: getting the implant right after extraction, or waiting a bit?

I hear you on the gap struggle—felt like I was auditioning for a pirate movie during my wait. But yeah, giving things time to settle made a difference...

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RE: Did you know some electric toothbrushes actually have pressure sensors that light up if you’re brushing too hard?

I tried one of those Bluetooth toothbrushes, and honestly, it felt like I was syncing my mouth to NASA. The app nags you if you miss a spot, which is ...

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RE: Keeping glass bottles from getting that weird smell over time

I’m starting to think some of these jars are like haunted houses for smells—no matter what you do, the ghosts of pickles past just linger. I’ve tried ...

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RE: Finally figured out how to eat pizza without crying

100% agree—never thought I'd be so grateful for things like soft bread or steamed veggies. I still miss popcorn, but honestly, it’s not worth the risk...

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RE: Swapping string floss for a water jet—worth it?

Right? I feel like I’m pressure-washing the whole sink every night. Still, nothing else gets under my implant like that jet. String floss is a lost ca...

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RE: Braces drama: teen loses teeth after DIY hacks go viral

Haha, rubber bands and paper clips? Sounds like a MacGyver episode gone horribly wrong. Seriously though, DIY braces are no joke—I had a friend back i...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

Hmm, I've never bothered with vented cases tbh. I just rinse mine and toss it in a regular plastic container—haven't noticed any difference yet. Maybe...

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RE: Tooth trouble dilemma: implant or bridge for grandma?

Yeah, totally agree with this. My mom went through something similar last year, and honestly, the idea of surgery freaked her out way more than the pr...

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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

I totally get the hesitation about oil pulling—honestly, the first time I heard about it, I thought it sounded like some weird wellness fad that would...

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RE: Grinding teeth at night...what if you ignored it?

Ugh, I feel your pain with the hockey puck mouthguard...been there, done that. But you're totally right—ignoring grinding is like snoozing your alarm ...

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RE: Tricks to get kids excited about brushing teeth

Haha, this description is spot-on. Been there, done that, got toothpaste stains on the shirt to prove it. The flashing toothbrush idea is genius—wish ...

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RE: Unexpected toothpaste hacks that actually work

Haha, aloe toothpaste does sound like something you'd dare someone to try at a sleepover...but hey, I've seen stranger things work. Totally agree on c...

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RE: finally figured out the best floss-mouthwash routine

Totally agree, regular floss is definitely awkward at first. I remember my first few attempts—I swear I looked like a toddler trying to tie shoelaces ...

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RE: fluoride in toothpaste—do you worry about it?

Haha, exactly this. I've caught my daughter squeezing toothpaste like it's frosting on a cupcake. Mint definitely helps curb the temptation, but still...

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