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RE: Are these fasting instructions tied to my sedation plan?
Also clarify whether the cutoff is based on the scheduled procedure time or check-in, and what to do if the schedule is delayed. I wouldn’t recalculate the fasting window yourself; ask the office for instructions.
RE: Are these fasting instructions tied to my sedation plan?
Stopping clear liquids unusually early doesn’t prove it’s IV or general anesthesia. Some clinics use one blanket cutoff for every sedation level, while others set an earlier time when deeper sedation or airway concerns a...
RE: How long did your bridge replacement actually take?
I totally get the gag reflex thing - those old molds were like a horror movie for me. Last time, my dentist used the digital scanner and honestly, it was a game changer. Quick, barely felt a thing, and no weird aftertast...
RE: Keeping old bridges in shape - what actually works?
Man, I swear those tiny brushes are like bobby pins - just vanish overnight. I’ve actually started keeping a stash in my car and my work bag because otherwise, I’m tearing the bathroom apart every other night. Tried thos...
RE: Thinking about getting veneers - does bonding really last?
That line sums it up for me, honestly. I swear, after my bonding, I treated my teeth like they were made of spun sugar. My dentist told me it was stronger than I thought, but... I still found myself cutting sandwiches in...
RE: Middle of the night teething struggles - what actually helps?
That “basket of disappointment” line hit home - mine’s a drawer of abandoned mouthguards and weird gel pads from my own dental adventures. I’ve always wondered, with all these baby teething gadgets, is it actually the pr...
RE: Braces for buck teeth vs deep bites: did you know they're not the same thing?
Totally get this. I went in for what I thought was just “straightening” my front teeth, and then my ortho started talking about my bite - overjet, deep bite, the whole deal. I had no idea there were so many different thi...
RE: Making the Switch: My Steps for Choosing a Gentler Mouthwash
I totally get what you mean about the “scorched earth” feeling. There’s something weirdly satisfying about that intense burn - almost like you’re punishing all the germs at once. I used to think if it didn’t sting, it wa...
RE: What should I have asked before my root canal?
That static radio thing is wild - I always thought it was just me! But you know, I actually found cold stuff soothing after my root canal, at least after a couple days had passed. Maybe I lucked out, or maybe it depends ...
RE: Weirdest pain after getting braces tightened - normal or not?
I totally get what you mean about weird sensations not always being a big deal. Last time I had my wires swapped, I got this buzzing feeling in my front teeth - almost like they were vibrating. No pain, just super odd. I...
RE: Switching to floss picks totally changed my nightly routine
I totally get what you mean about thinking something’s seriously wrong, only to find out it’s just a rogue popcorn kernel. Last year, I was convinced I’d cracked a molar after movie night - kept poking at it for days bef...
RE: Keeping your tongue scraper from becoming a science experiment
I’ve actually found that the tarnish on copper scrapers doesn’t seem to bother me, but I get what you mean - it looks weird and sometimes feels gritty. Honestly, I tried the alcohol wipe thing for a while, but it felt l...
RE: Weirdest pain after getting braces tightened - normal or not?
Totally get what you mean - I once swore my front teeth were giving me a sinus headache. Not sure if it’s “possible,” but the pain does seem to travel to weird places. And yeah, soup? Might as well be molten metal for a ...
RE: Dealing with those sneaky in-between tooth cavities
Funny thing, I actually tried a water flosser after my dentist suggested it - honestly, I was kind of intimidated by the mess at first. Got water everywhere for a week straight. But once I got the hang of it, it really d...
RE: How soon did you get back to your routine after a tooth pulled?
I totally relate to that anxious feeling - I was convinced even a sneeze would mess everything up after my wisdom tooth got pulled last year. For me, it took about four days before I dared to chew anything more solid tha...