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guitarist18
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RE: Daily mouthwash vs. regular dental checkups for keeping your mouth healthy?
That’s wild - didn’t realize you could end up needing a filling just from skipping a cleaning. I always thought if you flossed and used mouthwash, it’d be enough? Guess not. Does anyone else feel like mouthwash commercia...
RE: How long did your bridge replacement actually take?
I totally get what you mean about it feeling like a bit of a gamble sometimes. Honestly, I’m kind of in the same boat - every time I’ve needed dental work, I end up crossing my fingers and hoping this is the time it all ...
RE: Keeping old bridges in shape - what actually works?
That shiny gumline thing is actually what made me start worrying about my bridge in the first place. I kept thinking, “Am I just getting older or am I brushing my teeth into oblivion?” I’m not sure if it’s a warning sign...
RE: Tooth Knocked Out At Playground - What Would You Do?
I’ve always wondered about that too - like, if you’re supposed to just jam your tooth back in and hope for the best? I read somewhere it’s better to put it back yourself if you can, but honestly, I think I’d freak out an...
RE: Getting comfortable with a big smile even when your gums show
That “celebrating” line cracked me up too - dentists have the weirdest ways of saying things. I totally get what you mean about being the only one picking apart your own smile in photos. Do you ever notice anyone else’s ...
RE: Switching to floss picks totally changed my nightly routine
I’ve wondered about that too. I tried one of those reusable handles for a week, but honestly, I felt like I had to work a bit harder to get between my crowded teeth compared to regular floss. Maybe I’m just not used to t...