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RE: Why does it feel like dentists only want to throw antibiotics at gum problems?
I get the frustration, but I do think there's another side to this. A lot of times, dentists are weighing risks we can't really see as patients. Gum tissue can look fine on the surface, but if they've done deep cleaning ...
RE: How to make your dental crown last longer (my little trick)
I’m right there with you on the custom night guard - worth every penny, honestly. I tried the over-the-counter ones for a while and they just never sat right, always felt like I was chewing on rubber. The custom fit made...
RE: What’s Your Go-To Trick For Keeping The Puffiness Down After A Tooth Pull?
That soggy pillow story cracked me up - been there, except mine was peas. Honestly, I swear by keeping my head elevated too. I also found that gently rinsing with salt water (after the first 24 hours) seemed to help a li...
RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster
I get the hesitation, but honestly, I don’t think generics deserve as much suspicion as they get - at least not all of them. I’ve used store-brand toothpaste on my veneers for years and haven’t noticed any issues. Someti...
RE: HOW DO YOU HANDLE KIDS' TOOTH EMERGENCIES - HOME REMEDIES OR STRAIGHT TO THE DENTIST?
That constant second-guessing is so real - teeth can look totally fine but you’re left wondering what’s going on underneath. I’ve had a similar situation with my niece; she chipped her tooth at a birthday party, and even...
RE: Quick fix for brighter teeth - baking soda vs activated charcoal?
I couldn’t agree more with that. Tried both baking soda and charcoal at different points, and honestly, the novelty wore off fast. Charcoal made a mess of my sink, and I felt like it left this gritty film on my teeth. Ba...
RE: Hypothetically, if you tried extracting some herbal stuff at home - like oils or tinctures - and it went kinda wrong (maybe too strong or weird smell or something), how would you fix it?
Clove oil’s a tricky one - honestly, I’ve tried making it at home for toothache relief and once ended up with something that tasted way too bitter. I get what you mean about just tossing it when the smell goes off. Have ...
RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros
I get where you're coming from - there's so much hype around whitening toothpastes and rinses, but honestly, I've seen better results just sticking to the basics. I tried a handful of those “advanced” stain removers and ...
RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?
Totally agree about the drying step - it's a small detail, but it makes a noticeable difference in freshness. From my experience, 6-8 months is pretty typical, especially if you're dealing with stress-related grinding. I...
RE: SEDATION FOR TOOTH EXTRACTION - IV OR LAUGHING GAS?
My dentist mentioned something similar about switching sedation mid-procedure, but from what I remember, it's usually easier said than done. Once you're already in the chair and the procedure's underway, pausing to set u...
RE: HOW OFTEN DO YOU GO BACK AFTER TREATMENT?
My dentist didn't specifically mention increasing X-rays after my crown, but I can see the logic behind it. I've had crowns for years now, and honestly, regular check-ups every six months have been enough to catch any is...
RE: finally figured out the best floss-mouthwash routine
My experience was pretty similar at first - water flossers definitely have a learning curve. When I first started using mine, I underestimated the pressure settings...let's just say my bathroom mirror got a thorough clea...