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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster
Yikes, sounds like you've had quite the skincare rollercoaster lately! I've definitely been there with unexpected reactions - it's always the stuff you least expect, right? Chamomile is usually soothing for most people, ...
RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?
Haha, orthodontic black hole is spot on... I swear my daughter lost hers every time she ate lunch at school. Eventually, we just bought a bulk pack online - saved my sanity and wallet. Monthly payments were our go-to as ...
RE: Getting ready for oral surgery - my game plan
Ice packs are great initially, but honestly, after the first day or two, I found switching to warm compresses helped me heal faster. Might be worth trying if ice starts feeling uncomfortable...worked wonders for me.
RE: How Did You Find a Good Dentist for Your Kid?
We found ours through word-of-mouth too, but not from Facebook - just chatting with other parents at soccer practice. Our dentist does the "Mr. Thirsty" thing as well, and honestly, it turned my daughter's anxiety around...
RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally
I had a similar experience, but honestly, regular Sensodyne didn't really cut it for me. I tried Pronamel at first too, thinking it'd be enough, but my teeth felt sensitive for almost two weeks after whitening. Guess my ...
RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally
I totally get what you're saying about acidity - it's a sneaky factor in tooth sensitivity. Potassium nitrate toothpaste is a lifesaver, though it definitely takes patience. I found that swishing with lukewarm water righ...
RE: struggling with pain after bone graft - anyone else dealing with this?
Interesting perspective on the heat vs. cold thing - I get where you're coming from, but honestly, I've found heat packs pretty helpful in some situations. After my bone graft, cold packs definitely helped with swelling ...