Same here, battery life definitely drops off after a year or two. I've heard it's better not to let it drain completely before charging, but honestly,...

Have you tried going flavorless? I know it sounds kinda boring, but honestly, sometimes the flavored ones have additives that can leave that weird aft...

My dentist actually suggested headphones once too, and I gave it a shot. Honestly, I had mixed feelings about it. On one hand, it was nice to drown ou...

Warm saltwater rinses can definitely help, but just be careful not to rinse too vigorously—sometimes people get a bit carried away and irritate the ar...

Honestly, mouthwash can be helpful, especially fluoride ones, but I'd be cautious about relying on it too much. I've seen patients who think mouthwash...

Totally get where you're coming from. Even as someone who works in dentistry, I still get anxious about my own checkups. A while back, I spotted a tin...

Had a few patients go through gum grafting, and honestly, experiences vary a lot. Some found it pretty uncomfortable—swelling, tenderness, soft diet f...

I've been using stainless steel scrapers for a while now, and honestly, they're pretty forgiving. I mean, I do try to dry mine off regularly (dental p...

Diet definitely plays a role, but honestly, it's rarely the whole story. I've seen plenty of patients who eat super healthy and still have bleeding gu...

Yeah, wedge pillows are hit or miss for sure. I've seen a lot of patients struggle with them after jaw surgery—either they're too firm or the angle ju...

I've had similar issues with regular flossing—my gums always felt sore afterward, even when I was super gentle. Finally gave in and got a water flosse...

Ice packs are great, but honestly I'd be cautious with too much binge-watching. Sitting upright for long periods can sometimes increase swelling or di...