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RE: How long did your bridge replacement actually take?
Interesting - my experience with digital impressions was almost the opposite. I had a bridge replaced last year and the scanner actually made things way easier, especially since I have a strong gag reflex. The turnaround...
RE: Ibuprofen vs. prescription meds for post-extraction agony - what actually works better?
Alternating Tylenol and ibuprofen made a huge difference for me after my extraction, too. I get what you mean about the painkiller “zombie” feeling - when I tried prescription meds, I was so groggy it was almost worse th...
RE: Keeping dentures fresh when you’re forgetful like me
I’ve always been skeptical about the tablets too - like, maybe they just mask odor rather than actually breaking down biofilm. I’ve noticed that if I skip a real brush for a couple days, even after using a tablet, there’...
RE: THINGS I WISH I’D ASKED BEFORE MY KID’S FIRST DENTIST VISIT
That insurance thing is so confusing - had a similar experience with sealants and it felt pretty arbitrary which ones they’d cover. I’ve also noticed dentists sometimes suggest bitewing X-rays every single visit, but whe...
RE: Little things that helped me cope after diagnosis
The front desk thing really resonates with me. I remember one visit where the receptionist just smiled and chatted for a minute - it instantly took the edge off. I’ve tried those meditation apps too, but honestly, they j...
RE: Retainer snapped in half - what now?
Yeah, I get where you’re coming from with not wanting to risk your teeth moving after all that work and money. I had a similar thing happen when my clear retainer cracked right at the front, and I was also kind of panick...
RE: Getting my bite back on track: anyone else with a weird jaw journey?
That’s interesting, I’ve never thought to use my phone for tracking bite changes, but it actually makes a lot of sense. I get what you mean about the “random sensations” - I’ve spent way too much time trying to figure ou...
RE: Wax or painkillers: what’s your go-to for sudden braces agony?
It’s interesting how everyone seems to have their own “emergency kit” strategy. I’m with you on the wax - it’s functional, but honestly, it never lasts through a full meal for me. The painkillers help for that deep, thro...
RE: Keeping your mouth happy after a root canal
I get what you’re saying about the tongue being a “diagnostic tool” - it’s weirdly irresistible to keep checking the spot with your tongue, even though it never actually tells you much. That said, I’d push back a little ...
RE: WHEN TOOTHBRUSHES BECOME ENEMIES: DEALING WITH STIFF FINGERS
Interesting point about the chunkier handles. I actually found the larger grips a bit awkward at first, but after a while, they seemed to reduce the strain on my interphalangeal joints. Did you notice any difference in f...
RE: Braces day jitters: did anyone else feel like a cyborg?
That description made me laugh, but I totally get it. For me, the initial sensitivity was more of a dull ache with anything acidic - orange juice was like pressing fast-forward on the discomfort. It’s interesting how eve...
RE: Did you know medieval adults wore braces too (sort of)?
That’s a pretty wild image - imagine trying to floss with literal gold wires in your mouth. I’ve read a bit about ancient dental practices, and it’s kind of amazing (and maybe a little unsettling) how much people have al...
RE: Why does every night guard feel like a mouthful of plastic?
I’ve wondered about this too - mine’s supposedly “ultra-thin,” but it still feels like I’m trying to talk around a mouthful of Lego bricks. From what my dentist said, the material does make a difference. Some are made fr...