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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?
In my experience, aging floral tinctures usually helps tone down the intensity rather than ramping it up. I once had a lavender tincture that started out smelling like Grandma's perfume cabinet - way too strong and kinda...
RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks
Haha, I get where your dad's coming from. I'm in my early 70s and was pretty skeptical myself at first - felt like brushing with a power tool! But after my dentist explained how the electric brush does most of the work f...
RE: Finally confident smiling in photos again
I've tried those enamel toothpastes too, and while they do help a bit with sensitivity, I found that switching to a softer toothbrush made an even bigger difference. My dentist explained that brushing too hard can actual...
RE: Sensitive Gums Driving Me Nuts - Saltwater Rinse or OTC Gel?
I've had similar issues with sensitive gums for years, and switching to an SLS-free toothpaste did help quite a bit. Took me a while to realize that ingredient was causing irritation, even in brands marketed as gentle. S...
RE: Frustrated with how fast bottle decay happens to kids' teeth
Totally agree with this. It can feel like an uphill climb at first, especially if your little one is stubborn about their bedtime routine (been there!). But honestly, patience really pays off. Small steps - like slowly r...
RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?
I remember when I got braces later in life, I went back and forth on this too. At first, paying upfront seemed like the obvious choice - get it done, no worries, right? But then I sat down and did the math step-by-step, ...
RE: tips for healing after mouth biopsy?
I get what you're saying about taste changes, but honestly, I think it's more about the medication or mouth rinses they give you afterward rather than the procedure itself. After my biopsy, I didn't notice much differenc...
RE: finally figured out the best floss-mouthwash routine
I've actually tried both ways - flossing before and after brushing - and flossing first definitely feels better to me too. It seems like brushing afterward clears away anything loosened up by flossing, leaving my teeth s...
RE: My Dentist Said My Toothbrush Is From the Stone Age
Totally agree with you both. I've been brushing manually for decades, and my dentist always says my teeth are in great shape. Like you mentioned: Exactly right. I once tried an electric brush - felt like a jackhammer ...
RE: metal mouth maintenance: what's your cleaning style?
I definitely get what you mean about the floss threaders being tricky at first. Took me a good couple of weeks before I felt comfortable using them regularly. What helped me was doing it in front of a mirror at first, st...
RE: how often do you guys scrape your tongue?
I've wondered about this myself and asked my dentist a while back. She mentioned that while brushing your tongue does help, scraping tends to do a better job at removing bacteria because it physically lifts off that thin...
RE: Thinking about getting a mouthguard - anyone had good results?
Haha, I totally get the skepticism - I felt exactly the same way at first. But honestly, after a week or two of using mine consistently, I noticed a huge improvement. My jaw pain eased up significantly, and those morning...
RE: my tooth vs. the sidewalk: an epic saga
True, but from my experience, sometimes that weird feeling fades after a few months. My dentist mentioned it could be nerves adjusting slowly... took about half a year before apples felt normal again.
RE: are dental sealants really worth the hype?
My grandkids went through the same thing - sealants done, but cavities still popped up here and there. What I've learned over the years is that sealants are helpful, but they're definitely not foolproof. Think of them li...