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RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?

I totally get the peace-of-mind angle you're talking about, but for me it was a little different. Paying upfront just wasn't doable with my budget, so...

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RE: Unexpected toothpaste hacks that actually work

Pretty sure it's mostly the mild abrasive action. Toothpaste has tiny particles that gently scrub away grime and oxidation, which is why it works dece...

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RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants

Totally agree about saltwater being underrated. Honestly, I've been through a couple of tooth extractions myself (unfortunately), and every single tim...

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RE: surviving on smoothies and mashed potatoes: my post-tooth-pulling adventure

Cold foods definitely helped me too, especially smoothies. I found blending frozen bananas with a bit of peanut butter and milk was filling, tasty, an...

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RE: The Great Mouthguard Mystery: A Tale of the Vanishing Case

I've actually used denture tablets nightly for a while now without any issues. They're pretty gentle overall, and my mouthguard hasn't shown any signs...

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RE: My dentist convinced me to switch to electric—now I'm lost in toothbrush land

Totally agree about the softer brush heads, they're way easier on the gums. Another thing that helped me was starting on the lowest speed setting and ...

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RE: How Did You Find a Good Dentist for Your Kid?

We had a similar issue with our daughter—regular dentists were always a battle, even though they tried their best. Pediatric dentists definitely helpe...

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RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?

This right here is exactly why we decided to bite the bullet and pay upfront for my son's braces. It stung at first, not gonna lie, but once it was do...

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RE: My dentist convinced me to switch to electric—now I'm lost in toothbrush land

Timers definitely help, but honestly, pressure sensors worked better for us. My daughter would zone out during the timer and still press way too hard—...

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RE: finally brace-free—how would you mark the occasion?

Totally get that anxiety—had the same issue myself. What helped me was easing back into crunchy foods gradually. Started with softer apples sliced thi...

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RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?

I've tried activated charcoal toothpaste too, and it definitely worked for surface stains, but honestly, the mess drove me nuts—black splatters everyw...

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RE: Finally confident smiling in photos again

Actually doesn't sound gross at all—milk's a lifesaver for tooth sensitivity. I stuck to budget-friendly options like generic toothpaste for sensitive...

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RE: Surviving the aftermath of apicoectomy—my routine and looking for advice

Totally agree on the saltwater rinse, it's been my go-to for years. Another cheap trick I found helpful was keeping the rinse slightly warm—not hot, j...

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RE: Sensitive Gums Driving Me Nuts—Saltwater Rinse or OTC Gel?

We tried tea tree oil rinses too, but honestly, the taste wasn't something we could get used to... Plus, quality oils can get pricey. What ended up wo...

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RE: How soon is too soon for baby's first dentist trip?

Yeah, first birthday sounds about right. We did the same—brought a comfort blanket and scheduled it after nap time to avoid crankiness. Also, double-c...

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