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RE: That weird mix of nerves and excitement before getting your braces off

I get where you're coming from about being nervous with the retainer, but honestly, I found the transition a bit smoother than I expected. The cheek-b...

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RE: Best way to get the most out of fluoride: paste or rinse first?

I hear you on the sticky feeling—sometimes it just doesn’t feel “done” unless you rinse. But I’ve actually tried using a fluoride rinse after brushing...

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RE: Finally figured out how to eat pizza without crying

Waiting for food to cool down feels like the slowest five minutes ever, but honestly, it’s saved my mouth from a lot of grief. I’ve tried those store-...

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RE: Surviving morning breath: tales from the smoker’s toothbrush

I hear you on the price—it can get a little wild for a tube of toothpaste. My dentist once told me that technique really does matter more than the bra...

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RE: Why does it feel like dentists only want to throw antibiotics at gum problems?

I totally get where you’re coming from. After my first deep cleaning, I felt like I left with more questions than answers... and a numb mouth. The mys...

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RE: What surprised me about reshaping your gums

That lines up with what I’ve seen too. Most people expect it to be way worse than it actually is, especially when you read all the scary stuff online....

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RE: Hypothetically, if you tried extracting some herbal stuff at home—like oils or tinctures—and it went kinda wrong (maybe too strong or weird smell or something), how would you fix it?

That’s totally relatable—my gums are super sensitive too, and I’ve definitely had a few “what was I thinking?” moments with DIY oils. I’ve found that ...

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RE: Root canals: not as scary as they sound?

I feel the same way. Knowing what to expect with a root canal made it way less intimidating. The unknown is usually worse than the actual procedure, a...

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RE: Water flossers showdown: cordless vs countertop, what's your pick?

Water flossers really do bring out the strong opinions, don’t they? I get what you mean about the cordless models—mine always seemed to die right when...

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RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants

I had something similar after my implant procedure—especially with coffee tasting off. My dentist explained that antibiotics can temporarily alter tas...

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