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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
It's reassuring to read this—I still get nervous sometimes, especially since implants were a big investment for me. Interdental brushes definitely hel...
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 ...
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...
My orthodontist was similar—I had to specifically ask about payment alternatives before they explained the options clearly. It made me a bit anxious, ...
Haha, I completely relate to the anxiety part. I spend ages cross-checking insurance compatibility and pricing transparency too—nothing worse than sur...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...