environment317
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RE: how thorough are you with dental checkups?

I completely understand the dilemma you're describing, but I'd argue that erring on the side of caution might actually be more cost-effective in the l...

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RE: my dental implants still feel amazing after 8 years—here's what worked for me

I gave reusable handles a shot as well, mostly for environmental reasons. My experience was similar—after a few weeks, the brush head started to feel ...

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

Interesting you mention switching to heat—I had a similar experience after my gum graft. Initially, ice packs were indispensable for managing swelling...

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RE: The Great Mouthguard Mystery: A Tale of the Vanishing Case

Interesting you mention denture tablets—I experimented with those briefly, but found they left my mouthguard feeling oddly chalky. Switched back to di...

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

I've had a similar experience with the generic replacements—some were decent, others were just awful. I initially thought it was just bad luck with a ...

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RE: Sensitive Gums Driving Me Nuts—Saltwater Rinse or OTC Gel?

I've been considering trying the gel myself, but I wasn't sure if it was just marketing hype. Interesting to hear your experience: From what I've r...

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RE: Sensitive Gums Driving Me Nuts—Saltwater Rinse or OTC Gel?

Saltwater rinses definitely have their merits—I remember using them after a wisdom tooth extraction, and they did help keep things calm and clean with...

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RE: HOW OFTEN DO YOU GO BACK AFTER TREATMENT?

I completely agree—small adjustments can make a huge difference in dental treatments. I've had similar experiences, though in my case it wasn't just f...

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RE: Surviving the Liquid Food Life After Jaw Surgery

Actually, that's not weird at all...I had jaw surgery last year and ended up relying a lot on blended cottage cheese and fruit. Greek yogurt was okay,...

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RE: Frustrated with how fast bottle decay happens to kids' teeth

We had a similar experience with our daughter, and honestly, I was skeptical at first. It seemed a bit exaggerated to me—how much harm could a nightti...

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RE: traveling with dentures—anyone else had awkward moments?

Haha, I can relate to that feeling. On a related note, has anyone found certain foods unexpectedly easier or harder to manage when traveling abroad co...

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RE: Finally confident smiling in photos again

I've actually noticed that the differences between prescription brands can be more significant than you'd expect. While active ingredients might be id...

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RE: Fluoride In Toothpaste: Essential Or Overrated?

I've noticed something similar myself. About a year ago, I significantly reduced processed sugars and acidic drinks without changing my toothpaste (st...

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RE: Keeping Your Smile Bright: Does Whitening Actually Last?

That's an insightful observation, and I appreciate you sharing your experience. I've been researching whitening longevity myself, and your point about...

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