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RE: Tackling decay in 13 teeth

I totally get what you mean about bread and bananas—it’s weird how the foods that seem so harmless end up being the ones that worry me most now. Banan...

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RE: Feeling grateful I finally qualified for full arch implants—anyone else relieved after a long wait?

That water flosser story made me laugh—my first attempt was almost exactly the same, except I managed to soak my shirt too. Still figuring out the bes...

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RE: When the first fix doesn’t stick: a dental do-over adventure

I laughed at the “boss fight” comparison—totally get that vibe. I’m curious, did the YouTube video make her less scared, or just more prepared for wha...

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RE: How Has Getting Braces as an Adult Worked Out for You?

Popcorn is such a classic movie snack, it really does feel like a loss to give it up. But honestly, has anyone else found that certain types of popcor...

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RE: Making recovery from jaw surgery less miserable—what actually helped?

That’s actually kind of reassuring to read—I thought I was the only one who ended up with a whole “nightstand survival kit” after jaw surgery. I’ve ju...

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RE: Switching to floss picks totally changed my nightly routine

I totally get the obsession with dental gadgets—those little brushes were actually a lifesaver for me with braces. I felt like they got to places flos...

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RE: Switching to floss picks totally changed my nightly routine

My kid’s just starting to get those “grown-up” teeth in and, wow, I didn’t expect flossing to get so dramatic. I totally relate to the meltdown thing—...

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RE: Electric Toothbrushes vs. Manual for Kids: Which Actually Works Better?

That’s hilarious about the spaceship—my nephew did the same thing, except his was a “laser blaster” for fighting plaque monsters. I’ve wondered if ele...

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RE: Making the switch: how I use my water flosser (and where I still mess up)

I totally relate to the splash zone chaos—my bathroom mirror’s seen better days. I’ve been curious about the vinegar rinse but always wondered if it m...

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RE: Making brushing fun for little ones—what actually works?

That makes a lot of sense. I’ve noticed my son gets way less pushback if he knows what’s coming next. We tried letting him pick a new toothpaste flavo...

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RE: Ever heard of onlays instead of crowns after a root canal?

That’s cool to hear your onlay settled in after a week. I’ve always just assumed crowns were the go-to after a root canal, so it’s interesting to hear...

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RE: Tablets vs. soaks: Which is better for cleaning dentures?

Tablets vs. soaks: Which is better for cleaning dentures? I’ve actually wondered the same thing. I started out using the fizzy tablets because they j...

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RE: Weirdest thing that helped me after gum surgery

I’ve been wondering—did you try any of those numbing mouthwashes or gels? I keep hearing mixed things about them. Some people swear by them, others sa...

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RE: How I managed the cost of my root canal (and did insurance actually help?)

My insurance barely helped with mine too—think I paid about $800 after all the dust settled, and that was just for the root canal. I actually tried on...

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RE: Did you know babies can get cavities before their first birthday?

Totally get what you mean about the sippy cup. On one hand, less mess... on the other, I swear my kid would never let go of it if I didn’t pry it away...

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