elizabethfox242
elizabethfox242
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RE: struggling with pain after bone graft—anyone else dealing with this?

The yogurt cube idea actually sounds pretty clever—I wish I'd known about that earlier. I'm still in the early days post-graft and feeling pretty anxi...

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RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?

I completely relate to the anxiety around this decision—just got braces myself a few months ago, and the financial side definitely had me stressed. I ...

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

I've actually been lucky enough to dodge the dental emergency bullet myself (knock on wood...), but just reading your popcorn kernel story makes me ne...

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RE: tips for healing after mouth biopsy?

Lukewarm oatmeal sounds like a good call, actually. I was pretty nervous after my biopsy and ended up sticking mostly to smoothies at first—figured le...

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RE: how thorough are you with dental checkups?

Interesting, I've never had a dentist ask me either. Usually, it's just whatever's already on—some home renovation show or daytime talk show. Honestly...

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

Frozen peas were a lifesaver for me too—I was skeptical at first, but they really do mold perfectly around the jaw. Good tip about labeling them clear...

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RE: how thorough are you with dental checkups?

That's reassuring to hear—I recently had my first dental checkup in years, and the dentist recommended several fillings right away. Honestly, it made ...

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RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately

I've been having similar gum issues lately and, honestly, it's been somewhat stressful trying to figure out what's causing it. Initially, I thought it...

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RE: My dentist convinced me to switch to electric—now I'm lost in toothbrush land

I completely understand your point about the sensor—it's surprising how much pressure we unconsciously apply when brushing manually. To be honest, I w...

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RE: Getting ready for oral surgery—my game plan

Reading this makes me feel a bit better about my upcoming surgery. I've been pretty anxious about the taste changes, especially since I'm usually pick...

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

I totally relate to craving solid foods way earlier than expected—I was dreaming about burgers by day two, honestly. But I was pretty anxious about ca...

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RE: How Did You Find a Good Dentist for Your Kid?

I completely agree with your point about the dentist's attitude being more impactful than decor. As an adult who still struggles with dental anxiety, ...

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RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?

Glad you mentioned this—I had a similar experience. I tried baking soda a few times before an important event, hoping for a quick brightness boost. It...

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RE: How soon is too soon for baby's first dentist trip?

We just had our first dentist visit at 13 months, and honestly, I was probably more nervous than my little one. It wasn't exactly smooth sailing (some...

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