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RE: Keeping that post-root canal cheek puff under control
I get what you mean about heat packs, but for me, ice actually worked better even after the first day. I tried switching to heat because I read it helps with stiffness, but my cheek just puffed up more and felt almost it...
RE: Swollen gums and braces: is this normal or just me?
Honestly, I get why you’re worried, but I’m not totally convinced swollen gums are just “normal” with braces. I mean, yeah, my ortho said some swelling is expected, but when mine got really puffy and sore, it turned out ...
RE: What actually happens when you need a bone graft for dental implants?
That tongue thing is so real. It’s like your brain knows you’re not supposed to mess with it, but your mouth just wants to check if everything’s still where it should be. I was constantly fighting the urge after my own b...
RE: Brightening My Smile Without The Ouch - Is It Possible?
I’m with you on the “less is more” approach, especially with kids. My son’s super sensitive to mint too - he calls it “mouth freeze” - so we stick with plain, basic pastes. I tried a whitening toothpaste once and honestl...
RE: Why is post-extraction care so confusing?
Honestly, I think a lot of it just comes down to how cautious each dentist is. Some are super strict, others are more chill. My oral surgeon told me noodles were fine as long as they weren’t super chewy, but then my frie...