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RE: Struggling With Thumb Sucking: How Did You Or Your Kids Stop?
For families weighing watchful waiting against an appliance, dated photos or measurements at checkups can make the decision less dependent on memory. If the dentist sees a documented increase in open bite, overjet, or fl...
RE: Very loose tooth from gum disease: splint first or extract?
The reassessment after initial periodontal treatment seems like the key dividing line. If debridement and inflammation control reduce bleeding, pocketing, and mobility, a splint may be useful as a temporary aid while the...
RE: Braces and sugar cravings: how do you keep your teeth happy?
A water flosser can be a worthwhile add-on for braces, especially after meals, but I wouldn't rely on it as the only thing cleaning between teeth. The little interdental brushes are often less fiddly than threaders for a...