jaketrekker192
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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

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...

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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

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...

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RE: Braces drama: teen loses teeth after DIY hacks go viral

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...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

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...

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RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately

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...

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RE: finally figured out the best floss-mouthwash routine

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...

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RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?

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...

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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

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...

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RE: The Great Mouthguard Mystery: A Tale of the Vanishing Case

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...

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RE: finally brace-free—how would you mark the occasion?

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...

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RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?

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...

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RE: Frustrated with how fast bottle decay happens to kids' teeth

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...