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

Yeah, I get what you mean about the gritty feeling—drives me crazy too, especially with braces. I keep reading that leaving the fluoride on helps, but...

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

I’m with you—spit, no rinse took some getting used to for me too. At first I was convinced I’d end up with toothpaste residue stuck in my braces forev...

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RE: Stuff I never thought to ask my dentist (but probably should)

Yeah, I totally get this. After I got my braces off, my bite felt weird for weeks and I just assumed it was “normal” adjustment. Turns out, one tooth ...

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RE: If you could swap your dentures for implants, would you?

You nailed it about the confidence boost—having teeth that don’t shift or click is a game changer. I was skeptical at first too, especially after hear...

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RE: Surprised by how fast pro whitening worked for me

That part always gets me—like, I know it’s safe (in theory), but every time I’m sitting there with trays in my mouth, I can’t stop thinking about indu...

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RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros

That’s been my experience too, but I do think it’s worth being a little cautious. I used to soak mine in vinegar and baking soda for way longer than r...

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RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?

I totally get your hesitation about peroxide—I was pretty skeptical at first too. I've been through braces and whitening treatments, so sensitivity is...

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RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks

My dad had the same experience—he hated the fancy electric brushes with timers and multiple modes. Eventually, we got him a basic Oral-B Vitality mode...

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RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?

Haha, that's exactly how charcoal felt to me too—dry and oddly crumbly. Honestly, I've tried a bunch of these overnight hacks (including baking soda p...

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RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally

I've had similar experiences with sensitivity after whitening treatments—it can be pretty miserable, honestly. Sensitive toothpaste did help me too, b...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

Yeah, caffeine definitely amps up muscle tension—I noticed the same thing when I cut back. Mouthguards can last surprisingly long if you're careful wi...

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RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally

I've actually found professional whitening treatments to be surprisingly manageable for sensitive teeth. I used to think they'd be harsher too, but my...

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RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally

Interesting, fluoride mouthwash didn't do much for me personally. I found that alternating sensitive toothpaste with a remineralizing gel worked bette...

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RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately

Actually, yeah... I've noticed my gums get way more sensitive when it's cold and dry outside. Wonder if indoor heating and dry air play a role—anyone ...

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