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RE: Saw this story about a new “braces-friendly” school lunch menu - what do you pack for your kids?
Totally feel this. I thought soup would be an easy win, but my kid managed to spill it on everything except his mouth. Applesauce is a staple here too, and I’ve even resorted to those squeezable smoothie pouches in a pin...
RE: Tricks for feeling good about a “toothy” smile?
That really hits home. I spent years worrying about my crooked bottom teeth, but the only thing people ever commented on was if I seemed shy or didn’t smile much. Funny how we’re our own harshest critics. It’s honestly f...
RE: Thinking about getting veneers - does bonding really last?
That’s really reassuring to hear about the sensitivity fading so quickly for your daughter. I’ve read so many horror stories about people dealing with nerve pain for months after veneers, so it’s good to know that isn’t ...
RE: Dealing with wobbly teeth: splinting vs extraction?
Yeah, my dentist brought up spacers when my son had a molar pulled early - she said it’s not always needed, but it depends on which tooth and how much space is left. We ended up getting a spacer because his teeth were al...
RE: Why is post-extraction care so confusing?
Totally relate to the rice problem... I basically gave up on it for a week because it was just too much hassle. I also felt like “gentle” meant something different to every person I asked. Ended up just barely squeezing ...
RE: LOOSE TEETH AND BLEEDING GUMS AFTER NEWS ABOUT MOUTHWASH?
That line made me laugh because it’s so true - it really does feel like they think mouthwash is some kind of magic eraser. My daughter went through a phase where she’d swish and spit, but the toothbrush never left the cu...
RE: What’s More Important To Ask: Pain Management Or Long-Term Tooth Health?
I get what you’re saying about the pain being front and center when you’re in it, but honestly, sometimes I wonder if we downplay just how much that impacts our ability to stick with treatment. I had a similar experience...
RE: The night before surgery: a choose-your-own-cleanliness adventure
I get what you mean about letting your mouth chill, but I still wonder if the super gentle approach is enough sometimes. My dentist said some folks end up with more plaque after switching to sponges - did you notice that...
RE: Weirdest pain after getting braces tightened - normal or not?
That deep ache is so familiar... I always felt it in my front teeth too, especially after a tightening. It’s wild how even something like mashed potatoes can feel like a workout for your mouth. For me, the pain did get a...
RE: How do you chill out after an adjustment?
That made me smile because I did the exact same thing - literally sitting on the couch with a pudding cup, feeling both ridiculous and kind of comforted. Warm foods are definitely where it’s at for me too. I tried cold s...
RE: Did your teeth actually look like you imagined after getting braces off?
Totally relate to the “chalky chic” - my teeth were way more sensitive after the braces came off, and I swear it felt like every little ridge was magnified. Took me ages to stop noticing them. Did your dentist say anythi...
RE: Did your teeth feel weird after getting your braces off?
That’s interesting - my ortho didn’t offer any kind of temp retainer, and honestly it stressed me out. I kept checking my teeth in the mirror, convinced they were already moving. Maybe it’s just anxiety, but I swear I no...
RE: The day my tongue cleaner became a secret weapon
You make a solid point. I used to just go by what felt easiest, but after my last cleaning, my hygienist pointed out spots I was missing. It honestly freaked me out a little. I totally get wanting things to be comfortabl...
RE: Ever heard of onlays instead of crowns after a root canal?
That “tall” feeling is exactly what my son described after his filling last year. At first, I figured it was just him being sensitive, but when he started chewing on the other side all the time, I knew it wasn’t just in ...
RE: Braces day jitters: did anyone else feel like a cyborg?
That pressure feeling is so real. I remember thinking my teeth were going to pop out or something the first day, and I couldn’t decide if it was actually pain or just my brain freaking out about all the new hardware in m...