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RE: Getting through the days after a root canal - any hacks?
That’s such an important point. I’ve had patients who barely needed anything, and others who really benefited from scheduled ibuprofen for a couple days. Did you notice if cold compresses helped at all? Sometimes alterna...
RE: Keeping Chompers Strong: Dairy vs. Leafy Greens for Older Adults
I get the appeal of dairy - super straightforward, and you know you’re getting calcium. But I’d actually push back a bit on the idea that leafy greens are always the healthier option for teeth. Dairy isn’t just about cal...
RE: THINGS I WISH I’D ASKED BEFORE MY KID’S FIRST DENTIST VISIT
That detective work vibe is spot-on - sometimes I feel like I need a law degree just to decode my dental bill. The “extras” sneak up, and it’s wild how something as basic as fluoride or x-rays can be considered out-of-po...
RE: Keeping dentures fresh when you’re forgetful like me
You’re definitely not alone - out of sight, out of mind is my reality too. I’ve tried the fridge trick (just a glass of water in the back corner) and honestly, it kept things fresh enough without any extra steps or weird...
RE: What to do when your braces break on a Sunday
That’s so true - it’s like you pick up this whole set of random skills just from dealing with stuff breaking at the worst times. I always wonder, does a single bracket coming off really set things back, or is it just mor...