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RE: tips for healing after mouth biopsy?
I had a similar experience after my biopsy. Honestly, I thought cinnamon would be gentle too, but it turned out to be surprisingly harsh. Even tiny amounts made my mouth feel raw and irritated. I ended up sticking mostly...
RE: surviving on smoothies and mashed potatoes: my post-tooth-pulling adventure
I completely relate to your experience with ginger ale - it seems soothing in theory, but carbonation can actually irritate sensitive gums. After my own wisdom teeth extraction, I cautiously stuck to lukewarm herbal teas...
RE: Feeling self-conscious about new dentures, any tips?
I totally get the anxiety around this. When I first got mine, I was convinced everyone was secretly staring at my mouth. I'd catch myself covering my smile or talking weirdly just to hide them. But honestly, after a few ...
RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately
I've actually had the opposite experience. When my gums started acting up, I went straight for the pricier brand my dentist recommended, thinking it'd be worth the extra money. Honestly though, it didn't seem to make muc...
RE: soft foods after tooth surgery - what's your go-to?
Cottage cheese is a clever suggestion, though personally I found the texture a bit unsettling after my wisdom teeth removal. I stuck mostly to mashed sweet potatoes and scrambled eggs - soft enough to manage without chew...
RE: how frequently do you really need dental x-rays?
My dentist is pretty cautious too, but honestly, I get a bit anxious about frequent x-rays. I usually ask if it's absolutely necessary...sometimes they'll skip it if nothing's bothering me. Guess it depends on your denta...
RE: Bone Grafts and Dental Implants: What's the Connection?
Yeah, had this done a couple years back - honestly, the idea freaked me out at first too. It's usually synthetic or donor bone material, not as creepy as it sounds. Procedure wasn't fun, but recovery was manageable... ju...
RE: Struggling to find toothpaste that actually helps my kid's teeth
I totally understand your frustration here - I had similar issues with my daughter around that age. We tried all the fun toothpastes too, but cavities kept popping up. Eventually, our dentist explained it might be more a...
RE: root canal coming up - any tips to ease the nerves?
I totally understand the struggle - podcasts haven't worked well for me either, since my mind tends to drift straight back to what's happening. Noise-canceling headphones helped a bit more, at least by dulling that drill...