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RE: finally brace-free - how would you mark the occasion?
Funny, I had the opposite experience - apples were my go-to test food right after braces. I figured if my teeth could handle that crunch, they'd handle anything. Popcorn, though... still makes me pause. Maybe it's less a...
RE: Quick trick my dentist shared to keep cavities away
Plain Greek yogurt's probably fine - way less sugar than flavored kinds. My ortho actually recommended crunchy veggies like carrots and celery for the texture too, said they help remove plaque naturally. Almonds seem saf...
RE: Getting ready for oral surgery - my game plan
I totally get the pudding burnout, haha. After my surgery, I thought smoothies would be my go-to, but even those got old fast. Weirdly enough, lukewarm mac and cheese ended up being my comfort food - soft enough to eat w...
RE: metal mouth maintenance: what's your cleaning style?
We went through the same thing with the water flosser - first time was like a mini flood in the bathroom, lol. But after a while, it got easier. I'm curious though, has anyone noticed if the water flosser alone is enough...
RE: Sensitive Gums Driving Me Nuts - Saltwater Rinse or OTC Gel?
I've been using a hyaluronic acid gel for about 3 months now, and honestly, it's been pretty decent. At first, I was skeptical too - seemed like another gimmick - but my gums definitely feel less irritated and sensitive ...
RE: WISDOM TEETH OUT - HOW LONG DID IT TAKE YOU TO FEEL NORMAL AGAIN?
I thought mac and cheese would be safe too, but nope - big mistake. Day 5 I tried scrambled eggs and even that felt weird. Honestly, took me about two weeks before eating felt completely normal again. Everyone heals diff...
RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?
We faced a similar dilemma when I got braces as an adult. Initially thought paying upfront would simplify things, but we opted for monthly payments too. Honestly, it turned out better than expected - like you said, it ju...