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RE: Getting used to eating and talking with new teeth
Bread really is its own kind of challenge with new teeth. I remember thinking a simple sandwich would be fine, but nope - halfway through, it felt like my mouth was full of glue. Bagels were even worse for me, especially...
RE: The great dental quest: searching for planet-friendly floss
Totally hear you on that. I’ve tried a few “eco” flosses too and most snapped or just shredded between my crowns. Silk didn’t work for me either - plus, not vegan. Haven’t found a silicone option that feels quite right, ...
RE: WHY DO I STILL GET CAVITIES EVEN WHEN I BRUSH LIKE CRAZY?
Yeah, I get where you're coming from. It’s honestly frustrating when you do everything “right” and still end up with cavities. I used to brush like a maniac and thought that would be enough, but turns out I was missing s...
RE: Weirdest pain after getting braces tightened - normal or not?
That sharp, nagging pain you described sounds really familiar. I remember after my son’s last adjustment, he kept saying it felt like one tooth was “zapping” him every time he chewed. Turned out, a wire had shifted and w...
RE: Finally stopped my teeth from wiggling - here’s what worked for me
Handled flossers seriously saved me from giving up on flossing altogether. I totally get the paranoia about loose teeth - mine used to wiggle a bit too, and I’d freak out after every dentist visit. That first round of bl...
RE: Best way to get the most out of fluoride: paste or rinse first?
Same here - leaving that gritty mint taste just feels... off. But after a while, you kind of forget about it. I read somewhere that rinsing right away is like washing off sunscreen before it does its job, which made me l...
RE: How long do those tooth-colored fillings actually last?
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, I do think a chip after three years is a little quick - especially if your kid’s not super rough on their teeth. My daughter had one last five years with no issues and she’s ...
RE: Root canal + crown combo: anyone else still going strong after years?
I get what you mean about the “off” feeling, but honestly, I think using the tooth more might help. I was super hesitant at first too - just kept babying it out of fear. Eventually, I started chewing on that side again a...
RE: Making braces adjustments less of a pain (literally): my go-to trick
Saltwater rinses really do make a difference, at least for me - less stinging after meals. I still struggle with wax too, especially after eating. Sometimes switching to an orthodontic silicone instead of regular wax hol...
RE: Getting my bite fixed with metal in my mouth - worth it?
Totally get this - mine turned my bathroom into a splash zone the first few weeks. I stuck with regular floss for a bit, even though it’s a pain with braces. For the speech thing, my lisp hung around for a couple months,...
RE: Root canals: not as scary as they sound?
That’s such a big thing. When I got my root canal, seeing the numbers and knowing what to expect helped way more than I thought it would. It’s wild how much stress comes from just not knowing.
RE: GUM ISSUES SUCK - HERE'S SOMETHING THAT HELPED ME
Haha, totally relate to this! I remember trying tea tree oil after a friend's recommendation, and the taste was... memorable, to say the least. Mixing it with coconut oil helped me a bit, but you're right - it's definite...
RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally
I've tried both fluoride gels and desensitizing toothpastes, and honestly, I found the fluoride gel slightly more effective. Toothpaste helped, but it took longer to notice a difference. The gel seemed to calm things dow...
RE: Braces for underbite taking forever and a day
Totally get the frustration - it's tough when progress feels nonexistent and you're just trusting the process. Glad you spoke up and found a better option. Makes me wonder how often orthos stick to one method out of habi...