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RE: Ever heard of onlays instead of crowns after a root canal?
That “tree stump” feeling is exactly what got to me too. I kept thinking, is there really no way to save more of the tooth? I actually asked about onlays after my root canal, but my dentist said the crack was too deep fo...
RE: Why does every night guard feel like a mouthful of plastic?
Totally get what you mean about noticing every tiny change - I'm the same way. Even after months with my current guard, there's always a weird sensation at first. Have you ever tried those boil-and-bite ones? I wonder if...
RE: Little trick to help kids dodge cavities: dental "raincoats"
Yeah, the dry mouth part was weirdly the hardest for my kid too - she kept making faces and trying to swallow. As for popping off, ours lasted about a year before one came loose (my son grinds his teeth at night, so mayb...
RE: Trouble after wisdom teeth removal vs regular tooth extraction - what’s worse?
I’ve wondered the same thing. Some people swear by salt water, but I’m not convinced it’s the only factor. Has anyone actually tracked what they did post-surgery and whether it made a difference? I’m curious if tech like...
RE: Whitening strips vs. sensitive toothpaste for tricky stains?
That’s a good point about whitening toothpastes not being total hype - some actually do help with those annoying coffee stains. I always wonder how much the “whitening” is just the abrasive action versus any actual chemi...
RE: Knocked out tooth: anyone else try those instant repair kits?
Interesting, I actually thought the kit would hold up a little better than it did, but mine started crumbling after a couple of days too - especially after coffee, which I didn’t expect to be an issue. Has anyone tried t...