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RE: finally figured out the best floss-mouthwash routine
I've wondered about this myself, and honestly, mouthwash after brushing never felt quite right to me either. From what I've read (and what my ortho recommended), rinsing immediately after brushing can indeed wash away th...
RE: struggling with pain after bone graft - anyone else dealing with this?
Chamomile irritated my gums too, but honestly, I'm not convinced it's the tea itself causing the issue. It might just be the warmth - heat can sometimes increase inflammation, especially after a procedure like a bone gra...
RE: Surviving the Liquid Food Life After Jaw Surgery
Nutmeg's nice, but honestly, I found cinnamon easier to blend smoothly - nutmeg always seemed to leave tiny gritty bits no matter how long I blended. Maybe it's just my blender though... Anyway, if you're worried about t...
RE: Fluoride In Toothpaste: Essential Or Overrated?
I've been through braces twice (yeah, lucky me...), and honestly, fluoride toothpaste was a lifesaver both times. I tried going fluoride-free once because I read some stuff online, but ended up with two cavities in less ...
RE: Thumb Sucking Drama - How Do You Get Your Kid to Stop?
Totally agree with this. When I was younger, my parents tried the whole scare tactic thing too - didn't work at all, just made me nervous about dentist visits. What actually helped was finding a different comfort habit, ...
RE: Managing blood sugar and keeping teeth happy - my little trick
Interesting points about celery - I totally agree it's underrated. I've been dealing with orthodontics for a while now, and crunchy veggies like celery and carrots have definitely been lifesavers. Not only do they help k...
RE: WHEN'S THE RIGHT AGE TO START BRACES FOR KIDS?
Seven might seem early, but honestly, orthodontists these days often recommend an evaluation around that age. My niece got checked at 7, and they caught some jaw alignment issues early enough to start gentle intervention...
RE: the toothbrush chronicles: a tale of bristles and betrayal
Haha, your toothbrush sounds way more patient than mine ever was. Mine didn't sigh quietly - it practically screamed at me through irritated gums and sensitive teeth. You're spot-on about the frayed bristles though; my o...
RE: Finally Free: Anyone Else's Teeth Feel Weird After Braces?
You're definitely not alone - I remember feeling exactly the same way. It's because your teeth have been covered by brackets for so long, and now they're suddenly exposed again. Plus, orthodontists usually polish them up...
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RE: nervous about upcoming oral surgery, anyone got stories?
Had mine out a couple years ago, and honestly, the anticipation was way worse than the actual procedure. I psyched myself out reading horror stories too (big mistake lol), but once you're numbed up or sedated, you won't ...
RE: ANYONE GOT GOOD TIPS FOR KEEPING TEETH HEALTHY WITHOUT CHEMICALS?
My grandma was big on cloves too, and honestly, it seemed weird at first but it really helped when I had a toothache. Salt water rinses are legit underrated - cheap, easy, and effective. Worth giving these old-school met...