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RE: How Often Do You Get Fluoride at the Dentist?
I get that feeling - every time I skip something, I start second-guessing myself. But honestly, I’ve skipped the in-office fluoride a couple times (mostly because of cost), and my teeth haven’t been any worse off. I thin...
RE: Worth it for kids’ teeth? Our fluoride varnish experience
We started doing the varnish too, mostly because my daughter’s teeth are super crowded and I worry about stuff getting stuck. I get nervous about anything “extra” at the dentist, but so far, no new cavities here either. ...
RE: Electric Toothbrushes: Game Changer or Overhyped for Keeping Gums Healthy?
I’m right there with you - honestly, the first time I tried an electric toothbrush, I was super nervous about it messing with my gums, especially since I’ve got braces right now. Sometimes it feels like it’s too rough, e...
RE: Where do you go first in a dental crisis - ER, urgent care, or straight to your dentist?
That’s exactly what I’d do too, honestly. Urgent care just made me more anxious because they couldn’t really help. I get super nervous waiting, so I’d rather just deal with the hassle and see a dentist directly. The “wha...
RE: Do bridges ever actually feel “normal” in your mouth?
I totally get what you mean about your tongue always “checking in.” Mine does the same, especially when I’m anxious or distracted. It’s like my brain can’t just let it be. I changed up my flossing a while back (switched ...
RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?
Same here - I was skeptical about oil pulling at first too, especially with braces. Honestly, the thought of swishing oil around my brackets made me pretty anxious...but it turned out okay. Didn't see much whitening eith...
RE: Eating comfortably when your mouth feels like a construction zone
Oatmeal is definitely gentle, but I found the texture sometimes made me anxious - it felt like bits were getting stuck around my braces. Maybe that's just me being paranoid though. One thing that helped me was mashed swe...
RE: Braces for underbite taking forever and a day
Ugh, I totally get the frustration and anxiety... I'm at month 20 myself and still not seeing much progress with my underbite. Did your second opinion mention anything about surgery? I'm nervous mine might eventually sug...
RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally
Yeah, I've heard that explanation before too, but honestly... I'm not sure if it's always just temporary. I had my teeth whitened professionally about six months ago, and ever since then, they've stayed noticeably more s...
RE: Braces drama: teen loses teeth after DIY hacks go viral
Honestly, I've seen platforms mostly reacting after the damage is already done... kinda like playing catch-up. I remember when charcoal toothpaste was everywhere - my dentist gently warned me off it, saying it could be a...
RE: WISDOM TEETH OUT - HOW LONG DID IT TAKE YOU TO FEEL NORMAL AGAIN?
This was totally me too...I kept worrying I'd reopen something by accident. And yeah, hot soups made things feel more swollen somehow, but cold yogurt was my go-to comfort food. Hang in there, it gets better!
RE: Finding the right doc for bone graft surgery - recent story got me thinking
Totally relate to this. I remember feeling super overwhelmed before my ortho procedure, but having someone who patiently explained each step made a huge difference. It's amazing how much clearer communication can ease an...
RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks
Totally get that anxiety - my first electric toothbrush felt like a mini jackhammer at first, lol. Took me ages to stop worrying I'd accidentally damage my gums. I still catch myself gripping it too tight sometimes, but ...
RE: my dentist warned me vaping could mess up my smile, but I didn't think much of it until yesterday.
I totally relate about the fruity flavors making your mouth feel raw...I had something similar happen when I first got braces. I was vaping fruity stuff pretty regularly and started noticing my gums getting irritated and...
RE: The Great Mouthguard Mystery: A Tale of the Vanishing Case
Haha, seriously...I thought I was the only one losing mouthguard cases! Glad I'm not alone with the peroxide anxiety either - thanks for the tip about rinsing thoroughly. Might give it a cautious try tonight...fingers cr...