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RE: Would you wait or go straight for an implant after losing a tooth?
I totally get wanting to wait and save up - dental implants aren’t cheap, and honestly, not everyone has a few grand lying around. That said, there are some downsides to holding off too long that folks don’t always talk ...
RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?
Haha, true... charcoal toothpaste can be a bit of a sink disaster. Just a quick heads-up from experience: use it sparingly - too often can wear down enamel. Maybe alternate with your regular paste to stay gentle on your ...
RE: Getting kids to floss - what tricks actually work?
This is such a great insight. I've seen this work with a lot of families at our practice - kids respond really well when flossing becomes part of a comforting routine rather than just another chore. Another thing that's ...
RE: Toddler teeth trouble - what would you do?
Haha, toothbrush in the freezer...that's a new one! Kids really do come up with the funniest ways to dodge brushing. My son used to stash his behind the couch cushions - found three back there once, all crusty and dried ...
RE: SEDATION FOR TOOTH EXTRACTION - IV OR LAUGHING GAS?
Laughing gas can be hit or miss for sure. I've seen patients who barely notice it, while others swear by it. IV sedation definitely helps if you're super anxious...and yeah, classic rock playlists seem pretty standard at...