That's a thoughtful approach you've taken—giving kids a sense of control can definitely make a difference. I remember when my grandkids were younger, ...
Dish soap is indeed helpful, but I've found hydrogen peroxide to be even more effective, especially on stubborn stains like coffee or red wine. Just b...
Couldn't agree more with this. I remember when I had braces for my underbite—felt like an eternity and a half! My orthodontist also gave me the vague ...
Rice is definitely tricky after dental work—it seems to find every hidden corner. Mashed potatoes were my go-to as well, along with soups. It does get...
Your dentist sounds like a gem—love the cooking show analogy, haha. Had a similar experience myself when I cracked a crown on popcorn (another snack b...
That's a really insightful point—I had a similar realization myself. After switching away from toothpaste with artificial sweeteners like saccharin, I...
I completely understand your caution—I felt similarly hesitant after my braces came off. My orthodontist suggested starting with softer proteins like ...
I've never mentioned it upfront myself, but I can see how it might help ease the awkwardness. Last summer, my dentures triggered the scanner too, and ...
That's exactly what my dentist recommended too. From personal experience, I've found that waiting just a bit after brushing does seem to make a notice...
Totally get where you're coming from—monthly payments can definitely pile up when life throws curveballs. I've done both, and honestly, having that sa...
I understand your caution—it's always wise to seek a second opinion if something doesn't feel quite right. Still, dentists usually err on the side of ...
Definitely second the aloe vera juice suggestion—it's soothing and gentle. Another thing that helped me was rinsing with lukewarm saltwater a few time...
I've actually heard of people using denture tablets for retainers and mouthguards—it's not as unusual as you'd think. My dentist even mentioned it onc...
That's good advice about taking it slow with crunchy foods. I recall feeling cautious myself after getting my braces removed—it's definitely a transit...