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RE: fluoride in toothpaste - do you worry about it?
I totally get your point, and it's great your teeth are doing well. I've always been a bit anxious about fluoride myself, though - not because I've had any bad experiences, just because I tend to worry about long-term ef...
RE: My dentist convinced me to switch to electric - now I'm lost in toothbrush land
Ugh, that toothbrush snapping incident sounds terrifying... I'd probably panic if something broke in my mouth mid-brush. I'm still navigating braces territory, and honestly, gentle vibrations are all I can handle right n...
RE: Keeping kids' braces clean - is a water flosser worth it?
I get the appeal, but honestly, the splashiness never really improved for me...I ended up switching back to those floss threaders. They're a bit tedious, yeah, but at least my bathroom doesn't look flooded every night. M...
RE: Feeling unsure about fluoride in my toothpaste lately
I totally get the fuzzy teeth thing...tried fluoride-free toothpaste myself for a bit because I was worried about sensitivity and stuff. Honestly, it made me pretty anxious - felt like I wasn't cleaning properly, and my ...
RE: my tooth's killing me - tips for surviving after a root canal?
Reading through everyone's experiences here makes me feel a bit better about my upcoming root canal. I've always been anxious about dental stuff - just the thought of it gives me chills - but hearing how you all managed ...
RE: Need advice on comfy night guards that won't drive me nuts
Ugh, I totally feel your pain on this one. I've been through a couple of night guards myself, and honestly, the first one I got from my dentist felt like trying to sleep with a mouthful of Legos - bulky, awkward, and jus...
RE: Awkward moments taking out invisible braces in public
Ugh, yeah - been there. Once I was at a friend's wedding and totally blanked until dinner was served. Had to sneak them out under the table into a napkin, hoping no one noticed (pretty sure someone did though...). Now I ...
RE: how to take care after sinus lift surgery?
The wedge pillow suggestion is pretty good actually. I tried stacking pillows after my orthodontic surgery (not exactly the same as sinus lift, I know, but similar swelling and discomfort issues), and it was a nightmare....
RE: Has anyone tried natural stuff to fade stains or discoloring?
Hydrogen peroxide sounds promising, but I'd be nervous about accidentally bleaching something important... Sunlight has helped me a bit too, though it takes patience. Turmeric stains are tough - I feel your pain with the...