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RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately
Totally hear you on the brushing thing - my dentist gave me the same lecture, lol. But even after easing up and grabbing a softer brush, my gums were still acting weird. For me, switching toothpaste actually made a surpr...
RE: How Did You Find a Good Dentist for Your Kid?
I feel you on the anxiety part... dentist visits always make me a bit jittery too, even as an adult. 😅 We switched to a smaller practice mostly because it was more affordable (gotta watch that budget!), but hones...
RE: my dental implants still feel amazing after 8 years - here's what worked for me
Haha, this is exactly how it felt for me too. Honestly, I almost returned mine at first because I couldn't justify spending money on something that seemed intent on punishing my gums. Starting on the lowest setting was d...
RE: traveling with dentures - anyone else had awkward moments?
Haha, been there. Once had a mini heart attack thinking I'd flushed mine down the hotel toilet - turns out I'd wrapped them in tissue and tucked them safely in my toiletry bag. Traveling brain fog is real...and expensive...
RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally
I've noticed the same thing actually. The big-name strips always left my teeth feeling like I'd just bitten into ice cream - ouch. But weirdly enough, the cheaper ones from the drugstore didn't bother me nearly as much. ...
RE: Quick trick my dentist shared to keep cavities away
We got them for our kids too, and honestly, I had the same thought at first - like, "Great, another thing to pay for that probably isn't necessary." But hey, three years later and still cavity-free here too (fingers cros...
RE: Tried an oral spray instead of coffee and things got weird
Yikes, shaky hands near dental tools...that's nightmare fuel right there. But honestly, I've tried a similar spray before and didn't have any weird side effects. Maybe it's just about brand or dosage? Still, I get your p...
RE: Finally found something that actually improved my gums
Haha, I feel you on the accidental soakings...my bathroom mirror has seen better days. I've been eyeing a water flosser myself, but the price tag always makes me hesitate. Glad to hear it's actually worth it though - may...
RE: Lost a Tooth at the Worst Possible Time
Haha, popcorn strikes again... I swear dentists must secretly sponsor movie theaters. Had a similar thing happen last year, but mine was thanks to a soft taco of all things. Felt something weird and next thing I knew, ha...
RE: are pricier manual toothbrushes really worth it?
Totally relate to the anxiety about damaging enamel - been there myself. I used to buy those super cheap multipacks, but after a while, my gums started feeling irritated. Switched to a mid-range brush with softer bristle...
RE: how would you handle it if your kid freaked out about getting braces?
Haha, that's funny - I remember my older brother doing the same thing, sharing all these dramatic stories about braces disasters. Somehow it made me feel better too. Wonder if reverse psychology is secretly the way to go...
RE: Healing after retreatment - how long does it really take?
Totally feel that. I remember after my root canal retreatment, I thought I'd be good as new in a week or two... nope. Took way longer than expected, and just when I thought it was finally healing, bam - random sensitivit...
RE: Finally found something that coffee can't ruin
Haha, same here. I used to brush like I was scrubbing burnt pans, thinking I'd beat the coffee stains...ended up with gums that hated me and a dentist who shook his head every time. Veneers sound tempting, but my wallet'...