I always get nervous when they start calling out those numbers too. It’s like, am I failing at teeth? I used to panic over getting a 4 or even a 3, bu...
That’s exactly how I felt when I first got my braces on. Every little shift felt huge, and my tongue was always exploring the new spots. Did you ever ...
That’s the worst, right? I always seem to crave salsa on the days my gums are already mad at me. Have you tried switching toothpaste brands? Some seem...
I totally get what you mean about the “cooling” toothpastes—those sting like crazy, especially when you’ve got braces or sensitive spots. I ended up s...
I totally get what you mean. When I saw the breakdown for my braces, it was a little overwhelming—like, "Wait, I'm paying HOW much for those tiny rubb...
Weighted blanket at the dentist—honestly, that sounds amazing. I totally agree about the comfort objects. When I had to get two teeth pulled for brace...
I totally relate to this...used to think the harder I brushed, the cleaner my teeth would get. Turns out, all I was doing was wearing down my enamel a...
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...