I can relate to that—used to think if I just showed up for my regular cleanings, I was in the clear. Turns out, those little signs like bleeding when ...
That brain freeze is no joke, especially when you can’t even feel half your face. I remember thinking popsicles would be soothing, but it just turned ...
That’s pretty normal in my experience. I had an onlay done a few years back and it took me a good month before things felt “right” again. The nerves d...
That adjustment period can be tough, especially for kids. I remember when I first got my night guard—felt like I had a hockey puck in my mouth for wee...
That brush stroke anxiety is so real—felt like I was defusing a bomb every time I went near the stitches. I remember using a tiny, super-soft brush an...
I hear you on the vibrations—sometimes it feels like my whole head’s buzzing. When I switched, my gums got a bit tender too, especially around some cr...
I completely understand where you’re coming from—after my own jaw surgery, I found the ice packs were a lifesaver for the first few days, but after th...
That lines up with what I’ve seen too. I had IV once for a wisdom tooth and it knocked me flat for the whole afternoon. Nitrous just left me a bit fog...
It’s surprising how something as simple as toothpaste can cause so much trouble. I used to think if it had the approval stamps, it was safe for my cro...
Good call on the bright-colored case—wish I'd thought of that earlier. Retainers disappearing at lunch seems like a universal issue. Has anyone found ...
I can definitely relate to the hesitation about mentioning grinding issues. For years, I brushed it off as just stress or something temporary, but eve...
I've had a similar experience with night guards—they're great for protecting your teeth, but they don't really tackle the root cause. My dentist menti...
I get the hesitation, braces aren't exactly pocket change. Personally, I've always leaned towards monthly payments—keeps my savings cushion intact jus...
I've noticed similar things myself. Fluoride hasn't been an issue for me personally, but certain toothpaste ingredients definitely can cause irritatio...
That's a good point. I've tried quite a few mouthwashes over the years, and honestly, the antibacterial ones with chlorhexidine worked wonders for me ...