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RE: Did you know kids’ sports guards can help with more than just broken teeth?
I’m glad someone brought up biomechanics, because I’ve been wondering if the actual design or thickness of guards impacts things like speech or breathing for kids. My nephew tried a basic boil-and-bite one and kept fiddl...
RE: Retainer glued in or popping one in and out?
This is way too accurate. I got my permanent retainer about six weeks ago and honestly, I still feel like I’m prepping for a NASA mission every time I floss. There’s this weird satisfaction when I finally get the threade...
RE: Worried about 6 root canals
I totally get what you mean about getting tired of the same soft foods. After my wisdom teeth came out, I thought pudding was going to be a treat, but by day three I couldn’t even look at it. The protein thing is tricky ...
RE: Saw a story about sinus lifts getting more common - anyone else nervous?
That’s interesting - especially the bit about waiting not usually making things worse. I’m curious, for those who waited a while, did your dentist do any extra scans or checks before moving forward? I’d want to know if b...
RE: Worth it to put protective coatings on kids’ teeth?
This is really helpful to read. I was actually one of those kids who got sealants when I was about 8, and I remember thinking it meant I could slack off on brushing (spoiler: not true). My dentist did mention they’d need...
RE: Keeping sore gums in check: what actually works for you?
I totally relate to the mouthwash thing - the burning just feels unnecessary. I tried switching to alcohol-free, and it’s way less harsh, but I’m still not sure if it’s actually doing much. I get what you mean about salt...
RE: How often do you actually swap out your night guard?
That “funk” is no joke. I learned the hard way too - thought I was being all hygienic by snapping the case shut right after cleaning, but somehow it just made things worse. It’s wild how a little moisture in a closed spa...
RE: Coping With That Annoying Dry Socket Pain After Tooth Extraction
That clove taste is so weird - almost numbing, right? I kept thinking something was wrong because it lingered for days. For me, the pain started easing up after about a week, but I still felt paranoid every time I ate. H...
RE: ANYONE ELSE FEEL LIKE INVISALIGN "TWEAKS" TAKE FOREVER?
That “gossiping behind my gums” feeling is weirdly accurate. I’ve noticed the pressure seems to shift around, like one tooth will ache for a week, then it just stops and another one picks up? Did you notice if your soren...
RE: IMPLANTS VS. DENTURES: DID YOU ACTUALLY FEEL A DIFFERENCE?
That’s interesting - when you say “more natural,” do you mean in terms of chewing or just how they feel sitting in your mouth? I’m super curious about the day-to-day stuff, like eating tougher foods or even just talking....
RE: Why does every night guard feel like a mouthful of plastic?
I haven’t tried the ultra-thin ones, but I’ve looked into them a lot. From what I read, some are made from this hard-but-flexible acrylic, and they’re supposed to be less bulky. But I wonder if durability’s an issue - li...
RE: Weird sensations after getting braces off - how to make it less awkward?
I get those headaches too, especially when I first pop the retainer in after not wearing it for a few hours. I’ve wondered if the material or fit makes a difference - mine’s just the standard clear plastic, nothing fancy...
RE: Which is better: letting a retreatment heal naturally or pushing for a quick fix?
That feeling of just waiting and hoping things heal on their own is so familiar. I’m kind of a numbers person, so when my molar started acting up after an old root canal, I made a whole spreadsheet to weigh the pros and ...