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RE: Struggling to keep up with brushing when feeling down - any tricks that actually help?
I totally get that. For me, the trick was actually putting my toothbrush and toothpaste out on my desk instead of in the bathroom (sounds gross, but hear me out). If I see it while I’m working or gaming, I’m way more lik...
RE: Electric vs. manual toothbrushes for kids - what’s actually better?
Yeah, I totally get what you mean about it being trial and error. We went through a similar cycle - manual was a struggle, electric was a novelty, then back to square one after a few months. I’ve noticed the same thing: ...
RE: Keeping dentures fresh when you’re forgetful like me
I hear you on the vinegar water - did that once and it took days for the taste to go away. I’m a bit of a gadget nerd, so when I got my ultrasonic cleaner, I did a few tests with tea stains and honestly, it works better ...
RE: Choosing the right root canal doc - what mattered most for you?
Totally get that. I had a dentist who explained every single step and even showed me the scan on his tablet - super detailed, which I appreciated. Still, if he’d just rattled off technical terms, I’d have been lost. The ...
RE: Feeling stuck between another root canal or just pulling the tooth?
I get that. I went through a similar debate with my molar. Tried a second root canal, and it failed after a year - total waste of cash for me. Pulled it, got the implant. Insurance barely covered anything (just a bit for...
RE: Is It Okay to Suck My Thumb at Bedtime?
Genetics really are wild. My dentist once explained that some people can have a thumb in their mouth for years and never see a single tooth budge, while others get a little gap or overbite just from biting their nails. I...
RE: How soon did you get back to your routine after a tooth pulled?
I was super paranoid about dry socket too, especially after reading horror stories online. I ended up sleeping propped up for almost a week, just in case. Did anyone else notice the swelling gets worse at night? I found ...
RE: Getting used to new dentures: slow and steady or all at once?
I tried the “all at once” thing too and yeah, my mouth was not happy. I found it helped to wear them for a few hours, then take them out and rinse with salt water like you mentioned. The soreness eased up after about a w...
RE: Anyone dealt with wobbly teeth? What worked for you?
That twist method always freaked me out a bit - my kid tried it once and it was like a horror movie for a second. I’m more of a “let it fall out on its own” person, but I get why kids get impatient. Did you notice any di...
RE: How I keep track of my gum check-ups (and wonder if I'm doing it right)
I totally get the urge to track stuff like that - honestly, I do the same with my blood pressure. Gum bleeding can be tricky. For me, switching to a water flosser made a difference, but I still get random spots some days...