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RE: surviving on smoothies and mashed potatoes: my post-tooth-pulling adventure
Applesauce was definitely a lifesaver for me too. I thought mashed potatoes would be my go-to, but honestly, even those got tricky after a while - especially if they're not whipped enough. Tiny lumps can sneak up on you ...
RE: Surviving gum surgery: ice packs are my new best friend
Haha, your ice pack saga sounds way too familiar. I tried the timer thing too, but honestly, it just made me anxious. Eventually, I just went with the "eh, feels about right" method and it worked fine. Like you said: ...
RE: How soon is too soon for baby's first dentist trip?
My dentist actually recommended bringing my daughter in around her first birthday, even if she barely had teeth yet. Seemed early to me at first, but honestly, it helped her get used to the environment before any real wo...
RE: my dentist warned me vaping could mess up my smile, but I didn't think much of it until yesterday.
Glad your gums bounced back quickly, but I wouldn't be too casual about it. My dentist was pretty clear that while gums are resilient, vaping damage can sometimes be sneaky and cumulative. I had irritation too, and it im...
RE: Sensitive Gums Driving Me Nuts - Saltwater Rinse or OTC Gel?
Totally get the aloe recommendation, it's pretty soothing stuff. But honestly, saltwater rinses have been my go-to whenever my gums flare up. Cheap, easy, and weirdly effective. I tried chamomile once - felt nice but did...
RE: finally figured out the best floss-mouthwash routine
Yeah, I heard something similar from mine too. She explained it like sweeping a floor - you wanna remove the big stuff first before mopping. Honestly, switching to flossing first made my teeth feel smoother afterward. Bu...
RE: tips for healing after mouth biopsy?
I had a similar experience, but for me it was smoothies. I thought they'd be perfect - cool and soothing - but even slightly acidic fruits like strawberries were surprisingly painful. Ended up sticking mostly to plain yo...
RE: Eating right before surgery - what worked for you?
I can relate - oatmeal never really did it for me either. Before my procedure, I actually went with scrambled eggs and avocado toast. I figured the healthy fats and protein would keep me full longer, and honestly, it wor...
RE: Jaw clicking driving me nuts - am I alone?
I went through something similar a couple years back - clicking jaw, soreness, the whole deal. Tried ignoring it too (spoiler alert: didn't work). Eventually caved and got a nighttime mouthguard from my dentist. Honestly...
RE: tips for helping nervous kids through dental visits?
Totally get where you're coming from - dentist visits can be rough at that age. One thing that helped my daughter was bringing her favorite stuffed animal along and letting the dentist "check" its teeth first. Sounds sil...
RE: MY BIG DAY'S COMING UP - WHAT SHOULD I REMEMBER?
I see your point about keeping it simple, but honestly, having a few comfort items handy can really help ease anxiety - even if you don't end up using them. When I went in for mine, I packed a whole bag of stuff (snacks,...