Popcorn was my nemesis too, honestly... it always found a way to wedge itself right under a bracket or between wires. For me, anything with tiny seeds...
I relate to the anxiety around this. I’ve bounced between picks and string, too—sometimes I even use both if my gums are feeling extra sensitive. I ge...
That’s something I still get anxious about, even as an adult. I’ve always been a bit paranoid about gum recession, so I totally get where you’re comin...
I really relate to that feeling of not knowing what’s normal and what’s not. After I cracked a molar, I kept poking at it and worrying every time I fe...
I totally relate to this. I’m always second-guessing myself with these decisions, especially when it comes to my kids’ teeth. My dentist was kind of i...
I get what you mean about the tech making a real difference. When I had my root canal, they used some kind of 3D imaging and honestly, it helped calm ...
Rice and beans in a thermos is such a smart move. I wish my parents had thought of that when I was stuck with braces and the dreaded cafeteria pizza—m...
That feeling of your bite being "off" after a root canal is so real. I remember thinking I was just being paranoid, but my whole jaw felt out of sync ...
Haha, popcorn is my nemesis too—seriously, I still avoid it after dental work. I get what you mean about the paranoia though. Even with flossing, some...
That “surprise” bone graft hit me too. I went in thinking I’d just pay for the implant and extraction, then suddenly there’s another $1,000 tacked on ...
I totally get this—my nerves always kick in and I forget half of what I wanted to ask. I actually brought a list on my phone to my first consult, and ...
I totally get where you're coming from. I was always super anxious about missing an adjustment because my ortho made it sound like my teeth would just...
That gritty feeling is the worst—totally get what you mean. I used to think I was just being picky about toothpaste, but after a few rounds of sensiti...
I totally get why you’d feel anxious about missing an appointment—I’m the same way. I was convinced that being late would mess everything up, but my o...