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RE: Why is brushing teeth with kids like herding cats?
Is there actually a way to get kids to take brushing seriously? I’m nervous because I’m not even sure I’m doing it “right” myself half the time. Does anyone actually use those tablets regularly, or is that just wishful t...
RE: How long did your bridge replacement actually take?
That’s actually really reassuring to hear. I’m kind of freaking out about the insurance part, honestly. Did they give you a printout or something after the call, or was it just a “we think it’ll be covered” situation? I ...
RE: Struggling to keep up with brushing when feeling down - any tricks that actually help?
I get what you mean about feeling like it’s all or nothing. I’ve skipped brushing for days when I was really low and then felt super guilty. Do you think using mouthwash counts for something, or is that just wishful thin...
RE: Why is it so hard to get consistent aftercare for a chipped tooth?
I’m with you - how are we supposed to know what’s “normal” pain and what’s a red flag? I chipped my tooth for the first time last month, and every weird ache had me second-guessing if I should call the dentist again. Tho...
RE: How often do your kids actually need to see the dentist?
I totally get why you’d want to stick to a strict schedule - hearing that a loose wire set things back by almost a month is wild. I keep worrying I’ll miss something small and end up in the same boat. Did your orthodonti...
RE: WEIRD TRICKS PEOPLE SWEAR BY FOR WOBBLY TEETH
Reading this makes me feel a little less weird about being nervous. I’ve got a wobbly tooth right now and honestly, I keep googling stuff like “can salt water really fix it?” or “how long before it falls out?” Did any of...
RE: What’s More Important To Ask: Pain Management Or Long-Term Tooth Health?
I get what you’re saying about wanting to know the cause and not just mask it, but honestly, when you’re in the middle of that insane tooth pain, it’s like… I can’t even think straight enough to care about long-term stuf...
RE: EASY CLEAN TEETH WITH BRACES: WHAT IF FLOSSING WASN'T AN OPTION?
How swollen is “too” swollen though? I feel like my gums have been puffy ever since I got braces, but they don’t really bleed unless I accidentally jab them. Is that normal, or am I missing something? Also, does anyone e...
RE: Would you ask for a second opinion before getting your wisdom teeth out?
I’m right there with you on the nerves. I just had my first consult and left feeling even more confused - like, how do I know if all four really need to go? The dentist barely explained anything, just said it’s “standard...
RE: Finally stopped my teeth from wiggling - here’s what worked for me
Flossers with handles seem way easier, but is it actually as effective as the regular string? I keep worrying I’m missing spots, especially in the back. My gums bled a bit at first too - felt like I was doing something w...
RE: How often do you actually see your dentist?
That’s what I’m worried about, honestly. I just got braces a few months ago and now I’m paranoid about missing a spot when I brush. Is it really that easy to get a cavity with them? How do you even know if something’s wr...
RE: KIDS' TOOTHBRUSHES: ELECTRIC VS MANUAL - WHAT'S WORKING FOR YOUR FAMILY?
I keep wondering if the electric ones actually clean better, or if it’s just that kids like them more. My little guy says the buzzing freaks him out, and he’s super sensitive to noise. Do you think the timer really helps...
RE: WHY DOES A ROOT CANAL NEED A DO-OVER? UGH.
Wait, so does that mean even if everything goes “right,” you could still need to get it done again? I’m actually freaking out a little because I’m supposed to get my first root canal next week. My dentist said it’s prett...
RE: Which one actually gets your teeth cleaner: blasting with water or good ol’ string floss?
Is it weird that I kinda trust the Waterpik more just because it feels high-tech? But then, when I actually use string floss, I always see gunk on it and it’s like, proof it worked. With the Waterpik, I never really know...
RE: Cleaning Teeth Professionally vs. DIY Before Braces - Which Did You Choose?
I totally get that nervous feeling - my brain just loops on “what if they find something awful?” I did the pro cleaning too, mostly because I didn’t trust myself to get everything at home. But then I started second guess...