You nailed it with the food boredom thing. I’ve seen so many people just get totally over the “safe” foods after a couple rounds of tightening. It’s w...
That’s a really common worry, but early lesions can often remineralize if you’re on top of your hygiene and using fluoride. It’s not always easy to te...
Honestly, tongue scraping is one of those things that feels weird at first, but your mouth does get used to it. I’ve seen people go overboard and gag ...
Honestly, I get where you’re coming from, but I’d actually argue that all those double-checks are a good thing. Every step is reviewed by someone with...
That charcoal mess is no joke—seen more than a few patients with black-streaked sinks (and even shirts). You’re right about baking soda: moderation is...
Funny, I’ve seen people bring in everything from cozy blankets to headphones, but honestly, it’s so personal. I remember one patient who just kept cli...
Totally agree with you on meditation—it's great for some, but if your brain's wired to replay cringe-worthy moments from years ago (guilty here too), ...
Haha, I totally understand the avocado struggle. They're sneaky little things—seem smooth enough, but those tiny fibers can really wedge themselves in...
Totally understandable to feel cautious—dental trays can be pricey, and it's smart to explore more affordable options first. Whitening strips from the...
Glad your dentist mentioned that—charcoal toothpaste is definitely one of those trends that sounds great in theory but can cause more trouble than it'...
That's a really good point, and something I've definitely noticed in practice. While I tend to default to calmly explaining each step (it's kind of se...
That's frustrating, and honestly, pretty common. From the dental side, it's true that costs can vary quite a bit depending on individual cases—things ...
Couldn't agree more with this. I've noticed patients who try to rush things along usually end up feeling worse or frustrated. Gentle rest really is ke...
I totally understand why that made you feel self-conscious at first. Whitening treatments can sometimes make teeth appear overly bright initially, esp...
My daughter used to do the same thing—thought toothpaste was candy or something. I ended up showing her exactly how much to use (just a little pea-siz...