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RE: Braces for underbite taking forever and a day

That wax struggle is too real. My kid kept getting it everywhere except where it was needed, and we finally caved for the name brand stuff. Progress f...

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RE: Do you get dental sealants for your kids (or yourself), or nah?

When my daughter’s molars came in, those grooves looked like tiny caves—no way a toothbrush was getting all the way in there. Our dentist explained se...

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RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros

I totally get where you’re coming from—once you notice those little stains or soap residues, it’s like you can’t ignore them anymore. I went through a...

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RE: Worried about stitches after implant surgery

Yeah, eating definitely made things trickier for my son too. He complained that crunchy stuff like crackers or even toast would really bother the stit...

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RE: Teeth slightly crooked and it's driving me nuts

Honestly, wax was a lifesaver for my kid when she first got braces. She had sores forming from brackets rubbing against her cheeks, and applying wax r...

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RE: Hypothetically, if you tried extracting some herbal stuff at home—like oils or tinctures—and it went kinda wrong (maybe too strong or weird smell or something), how would you fix it?

I've had a similar issue when I tried making lavender oil for my kiddo's bedtime routine—ended up smelling more like old socks than calming flowers, l...

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

We had similar issues, but honestly, the DIY mouthguard didn't really cut it for us. It kept slipping out, and my daughter complained it was uncomfort...

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RE: Sensitive Gums Driving Me Nuts—Saltwater Rinse or OTC Gel?

Yeah, switching toothpaste made a noticeable difference for my son too. His orthodontist explained that SLS is basically a foaming agent, but for some...

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RE: ever had to rush your kid to the dentist unexpectedly?

Your dentist definitely sounds like they handled things well, but honestly, I've found that calm reassurance isn't always enough when it comes to kids...

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RE: WISDOM TEETH OUT—HOW LONG DID IT TAKE YOU TO FEEL NORMAL AGAIN?

Mashed potatoes were tricky for my daughter too, actually...I think because they're so soft and sticky, they tended to get stuck in the extraction are...

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RE: Surviving gum surgery: ice packs are my new best friend

Yeah, gel packs are handy, but honestly those strap-ons saved us big time. My son kept shifting around, and the strap-ons stayed put without constant ...

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RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants

Yeah, totally relate to the nerve tingling thing... my daughter had something similar after her extraction. Dentist explained nerves can take their sw...

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RE: traveling with dentures—anyone else had awkward moments?

Totally agree about the gels—they've been a lifesaver for my son on flights. One extra tip we've found helpful is applying the gel about 15-20 minutes...

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RE: Getting ready for oral surgery—my game plan

Totally get the smoothie bowl love, but honestly, we found thicker wasn't always better. My daughter got frustrated with anything too thick after her ...

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