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RE: Getting kids to floss—what tricks actually work?

I can definitely relate to your experience. My parents were always very open about their dental issues, and while it did encourage me to brush and flo...

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RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros

I've thought about custom trays, but honestly, the cost always makes me hesitate. I mean, charcoal toothpaste was messy and didn't do much for me eith...

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RE: Finding the right doc for bone graft surgery—recent story got me thinking

I can relate to that anxiety. When I had my bone graft done, I initially wanted every bit of info I could find, but quickly realized too much detail w...

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RE: Finding the right doc for bone graft surgery—recent story got me thinking

I completely relate to your MRI experience. I tried noise-canceling headphones once during a dental procedure, hoping they'd ease my anxiety, but inst...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

I relate to this so much...I usually manage to squeeze about a year out of mine too, but I'm always worried about wearing it down prematurely. I tried...

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RE: my dental implants still feel amazing after 8 years—here's what worked for me

It's reassuring to read this—I still get nervous sometimes, especially since implants were a big investment for me. Interdental brushes definitely hel...

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RE: Surviving gum surgery: ice packs are my new best friend

Chamomile tea was soothing for me too, but honestly, I'd be cautious with peppermint...my dentist warned it could irritate sensitive gums. Maybe test ...

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RE: Grinding teeth at night...what if you ignored it?

I've been thinking along similar lines lately. Mouthguards definitely help prevent damage, but you're right—they don't really tackle the root cause. I...

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RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?

My orthodontist was similar—I had to specifically ask about payment alternatives before they explained the options clearly. It made me a bit anxious, ...

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RE: How Did You Find a Good Dentist for Your Kid?

Haha, I completely relate to the anxiety part. I spend ages cross-checking insurance compatibility and pricing transparency too—nothing worse than sur...

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RE: Surviving gum surgery: ice packs are my new best friend

Glad someone else mentioned frozen peas—I thought I was the only one raiding my freezer for dental emergencies. They're definitely budget-friendly and...

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RE: finally brace-free—how would you mark the occasion?

This resonates with me a lot—I still find myself hesitating before biting into anything remotely crunchy, even though my braces have been off for mont...

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RE: fluoride in toothpaste—do you worry about it?

I used to worry about fluoride too, mostly because I kept hearing scary stories online. But after chatting with my dentist (and doing way too much goo...

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RE: finally brace-free—how would you mark the occasion?

Good to know about the crunchy foods—I appreciate the heads-up. Honestly, after all this time (and money) invested in braces, I'm a bit nervous about ...

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RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally

I feel you on this one. I've always been a bit wary of professional whitening myself—partly because of the cost, partly because my teeth are already s...

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