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RE: What does a bundled braces fee cover if the schedule changes?
Since missed and rescheduled visits can affect the number of adjustments someone actually gets, I’d ask whether a missed appointment counts against the bundle’s visit allowance. If it does, there may be fewer covered vis...
RE: Daily mouthwash vs. regular dental checkups for keeping your mouth healthy?
I totally get the “floss more” guilt trip - my hygienist could find a missed spot with a microscope, I swear. Genetics are wild, though. My brother eats candy like it’s a food group and never gets cavities, while I’m out...
RE: Ice or gauze for a knocked-out tooth - what’s your go-to?
I hear you - swallowing a tooth is like my personal horror movie. I actually tried one of those little tooth saver vials once (the ones with the weird liquid?) and it felt like carrying a mini science experiment in my po...
RE: Keeping old bridges in shape - what actually works?
Fiber-reinforced concrete does sound like it should come with a cape, right? I’ve seen it used in some repairs and honestly, it holds up way better than the old stuff - less cracking, kind of like flossing for bridges (e...
RE: Sealants for Kids: When Did Your Dentist Recommend Them?
Totally get this - paranoia is practically in the parenting job description, right? I used to joke that I could see into those molar grooves like they were the Grand Canyon. My dentist was all, “Sealants are like insuran...
RE: Tricks for feeling good about a “toothy” smile?
I used to obsess over my “gummy” smile in every single photo - zooming in like some kind of forensic investigator. Eventually, I realized nobody else cared, and honestly, the people who did notice just remembered that I ...
RE: Finally stopped my teeth from wiggling - here’s what worked for me
Man, those wiggly teeth are no joke. I remember when my lower molar felt like it was about to pack its bags and leave - total panic mode. I did the same thing, just kind of rotated between rinses and flossing types depen...
RE: Finally stopped my teeth from wiggling - here’s what worked for me
Totally relate to the “miracle fix” hunt - I’ve got a graveyard of half-used mouthwash bottles under my sink. I used to think if I just found the right rinse, my gums would magically toughen up like superhero capes. Turn...
RE: Would you freak out if your stitches took longer to dissolve?
That “normal” range is such a moving target, right? I had oral surgery a while back and my stitches hung around like an awkward guest at a party - way past their welcome. The dentist said “7-10 days,” but mine were still...
RE: Finally stopped my teeth from wiggling - here’s what worked for me
I get where you’re coming from with the bite alignment stuff - jaw, ear, neck, it’s all tangled together in ways that don’t always make sense until something shifts. But I’ve gotta say, I’m not totally convinced every ac...
RE: Getting used to new dentures: slow and steady or all at once?
Lower dentures are like that one friend who shows up to the party and immediately starts causing drama. I remember thinking I’d just “push through” the sore spots - figured my gums would eventually get used to it, right?...
RE: WHY DOES A ROOT CANAL NEED A DO-OVER? UGH.
Yep, teeth can be total drama queens. I mean, Ain’t that the truth? Even with all the fancy gadgets, those sneaky extra canals love to hide out. Had a molar once that looked totally normal on scans - months later, bam, ...
RE: Finding the right dentist for dental implants: my step-by-step approach
That’s wild - I had a similar experience at a smaller place, and honestly, I kind of loved that “everyone knows your name” vibe. The tech was a bit less flashy, but they still got the job done. Did you feel like you got ...
RE: Weird sensations after getting braces off - how to make it less awkward?
Yes, this! I swear, months later I’d be zoning out at work and suddenly realize I was poking around for wires that weren’t there. And the sensitivity - man, nobody warns you that your teeth basically turn into drama quee...
RE: WHEN TOOTHBRUSHES BECOME ENEMIES: DEALING WITH STIFF FINGERS
I tried the shelf liner hack after the foam grip disaster (seriously, why do they always get so gross so fast?). Not gonna lie, it looked like I was brushing with a tiny rolled-up yoga mat, but my hands were happier. I’v...