I've actually found vinegar to be a bit problematic myself, even when diluted. Maybe it's just me, but whenever I've tried it, my mouthguard felt kind...
Totally get the popcorn anxiety, haha. Did you ever try biting into a carrot after braces? I swear I heard phantom bracket-snapping sounds for weeks a...
I totally get what you mean about orthodontists not explaining things clearly. Mine was nice enough, but I still remember feeling clueless half the ti...
Mine usually lasts me around 1-2 years, but now you've got me wondering if that's normal or if I'm secretly wrestling bears too, haha. Seriously thoug...
I feel you on the water flosser thing... braces made interdental brushes a total hassle for me too. Switched to a water flosser and my gums chilled ou...
I had a similar experience with one of those super cheap water flossers... total disaster. Mine leaked everywhere and the battery died after like thre...
That's a good point—I wish I'd thought about that earlier. When I got braces myself (adult braces club, anyone?), I went with monthly payments because...
I get what you're saying about humor backfiring, but sometimes laughing it off really is the best medicine. When I first got braces, my brother called...
I get why you'd prefer soap and water, but honestly, have you tried denture cleaning tablets? My orthodontist actually recommended them for my retaine...
Pizza was tough for me too, but weirdly enough, popcorn was my nemesis after braces. I remember being so excited to finally have it again, then spendi...
Yeah, I've noticed the same thing with activated charcoal. It seems to strip away more than just stains... maybe it's a bit too abrasive for some of u...
I totally get the consistency thing, but sometimes I wonder—is it really just about routine? My parents were super strict with brushing and I still en...