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golfplayer54
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RE: How do you cope when facing a dental redo?
That mindset shift really resonates. I had to get braces twice too, and the second round felt like such a setback at first. But you’re right - teeth do their own thing, and it’s not always about what you did or didn’t do...
RE: Did you know babies can get cavities before their first birthday?
Same here - sometimes I just can’t manage it in the middle of the night. Honestly, my orthodontist said as long as you’re cleaning well at least once a day, it’s not the end of the world. I wouldn’t stress too much over ...
RE: Finally figured out how to eat pizza without crying
Letting pizza sit out does mess with the flavor a bit, at least for me. It gets kind of rubbery and the cheese loses that gooey-ness, you know? I actually found that microwaving a slice for just a few seconds makes it so...
RE: Keeping glass bottles from getting that weird smell over time
Totally get what you mean about the vinegar leaving a weird tang. I’ve noticed that too, especially if I don’t rinse the jar a bunch after. Honestly, I still lean towards boiling even if it’s a pain - like you said, noth...
RE: Whitening strips vs. sensitive toothpaste for tricky stains?
Totally get what you mean - most whitening toothpastes just kind of keep things at “not worse” for me too. I tried strips once, but they made my teeth super sensitive, which was a pain with braces. Honestly, the only rea...
RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks
That makes total sense - I’m curious if anyone with braces has found manual brushes easier for sensitive teeth? I’ve had trouble with electric ones since getting brackets, even on the lowest setting.
RE: Quick fix for brighter teeth - baking soda vs activated charcoal?
Charcoal felt weird to me too - like it was scratching my teeth more than cleaning them. I switched to a sensitive whitening toothpaste after getting my braces off, and it made a difference without that gritty feeling. B...
RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?
True, anticipation can be rough, but honestly, for me the first week or two was the hardest part - kinda sore and awkward. After that initial hump though, it really does become second nature. Budget-wise, monthly payment...