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RE: Which is better: letting a retreatment heal naturally or pushing for a quick fix?
Mirror-checking is basically my cardio at this point, so I get it. I waited a bit too long once because I figured, “No pain, no problem,” but then I ended up needing a pricier fix when it finally did start hurting. Not s...
RE: Braces day jitters: did anyone else feel like a cyborg?
That first week with braces really does feel like you’ve got a mouthful of spare parts, doesn’t it? I remember thinking I sounded like Daffy Duck every time I tried to say “success.” The wax was a mystery to me too - hal...
RE: SURVIVING THE DREADED TOOTH FIX: WAS IT REALLY THAT BAD FOR YOU?
Anxiety was hands down the worst part for me, too. I spent days dreading it, picturing medieval torture devices... but once I was in the chair and numb, it was honestly kind of boring. The bill though - yeah, that’s wher...
RE: Ever heard of onlays instead of crowns after a root canal?
Funny you mention the cost - my wallet still hasn’t forgiven me for that crown. I had a molar where only one cusp broke off, and my dentist said an onlay would do the trick. Two years later, it’s still hanging in there. ...
RE: Tips for keeping sane after getting a dry socket
Completely relate to this. I remember sitting there, staring at a bowl of mashed potatoes like it was some sort of enemy. That syringe? I tried it once and nearly jumped out of my skin - felt like waterboarding my own to...
RE: New pain relief options after root tip surgery - anyone else see this?
Frozen peas definitely win for comfort, but I’ll admit I once tried to get fancy and used a bag of frozen edamame - huge mistake. The bag burst open mid-nap, and I woke up covered in little green beans. Peas are just the...
RE: Surviving morning breath: tales from the smoker’s toothbrush
Totally get what you mean about the tongue scraper - mine is literally an ancient piece of plastic I keep forgetting to replace, but it’s still doing the job (I think?). The difference when I skip it is wild, like my mou...
RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster
Braces off, and suddenly everyone’s chasing that Hollywood smile, right? I fell for the whitening strip hype too - ended up with teeth so sensitive I could practically feel a cold breeze from across the room. Honestly, p...
RE: Why does recovery from wisdom teeth removal feel way worse than anyone warns you?
That’s basically my story too. Had mine out at 32 and felt like I’d been hit by a truck - swelling, bruising, the whole nine yards. My nephew had his out at 16 and was eating burgers before I could even manage soup. Not ...
RE: Dental crowns: zirconia vs porcelain, which lasts longer?
Totally get where you’re coming from on the zirconia vs. porcelain-fused-to-metal debate. I’ve got one of each, and honestly, the zirconia feels like it could survive a nuclear blast, but I do worry about my upper molar ...
RE: Dental crowns: zirconia vs porcelain, which lasts longer?
I've had zirconia crowns for a few years now, and honestly, staining hasn't been an issue at all - even with my daily coffee habit. But I will say, they're not completely bulletproof either. Managed to chip one slightly ...
RE: Braces for underbite taking forever and a day
Haha, exactly this. I remember my orthodontist casually mentioning "minor adjustments," which apparently meant another six months. Hang tight though, once they're off, you'll forget all about the endless waiting... mostl...
RE: Tricks to get kids excited about brushing teeth
We tried one of those musical toothbrushes a while back - honestly, the novelty wore off pretty quickly. At first, my son loved brushing along to the tune, but after about a week, he was back to rushing through it again....
RE: Sensitive Gums Driving Me Nuts - Saltwater Rinse or OTC Gel?
I've tried those pharmacy gels before, and honestly they're way milder than clove oil - no drool fest, thankfully. Just apply a tiny bit directly on the sore spot; otherwise, your tongue and lips might join the numbness ...