Haha, gotta admit, I'm one of those weirdos who actually finds true crime oddly relaxing at the dentist. Something about getting wrapped up in a myste...
Minty stuff can definitely be sneaky harsh—I had the same issue with toothpaste causing sensitivity. Switching to a gentler flavor (like cinnamon or m...
Totally relate to that paranoia... I remember obsessively rinsing my mouth with salt water after every meal. Honestly though, applesauce was my lifesa...
Interesting you mention the cheaper toothpaste working better... I've actually had the opposite experience. Tried a bunch of those budget-friendly pot...
Haha, blended mac 'n cheese sounds...interesting. I never got that adventurous, but soups definitely saved me too. I remember trying broccoli cheddar ...
We did something similar with my son—he was desperate to whiten his teeth right away, but our dentist also recommended waiting. Instead, we took him o...
Totally agree about lukewarm saltwater—it was my go-to after my graft too. Weirdly enough, spicy foods seemed to prolong my discomfort...anyone else n...
Yeah, angling definitely helps—I noticed a big difference once I started doing it. Also, try easing up on pressure; brushing gently but thoroughly mad...
I was skeptical at first too, honestly. Thought electric toothbrushes were just another gimmick to drain my wallet. But after finally giving in (thank...
I hear you on the damp cloth trick, but honestly, I found it pretty hit or miss. My kiddo hated it and it turned into another battle. Switching to tho...
I get the urge to deep clean, but honestly, a quick rinse with mouthwash or warm water usually does the trick. Our mouths aren't exactly sterile anywa...
Haha, blended broccoli cheddar soup actually sounds pretty good to me—maybe I'm weird, but I'd totally try that even without jaw surgery. I remember w...
Accuracy would definitely be make-or-break for me too. I remember when electric toothbrushes first came out, I thought the timers and pressure sensors...
Totally agree—clove oil's great in a pinch, but it's more like a bandaid than anything else. Had an abscess once, and while it dulled the pain enough ...