Haha, that's a perfect comparison. I usually try to stretch mine a bit longer (budget reasons, you know...), but you're totally right about microscopi...
My dentist did mention a discount upfront, and it was actually pretty tempting because it would have saved me around 10-15% overall. But I totally get...
Totally get where you're coming from—IV sedation sounds amazing for anxiety. I went with laughing gas purely for budget reasons, and while it wasn't p...
Mine usually lasts around two years too, but honestly, I'd be a bit cautious about waiting until it feels off. Tiny cracks might seem harmless at firs...
Haha, popcorn loyalty—love that phrase! Honestly, you're onto something there. Adults definitely have more baggage when it comes to habits, and orthod...
I totally get the hesitation about sugary stuff—I was worried too, especially since my dentist warned me about irritation. But honestly, I couldn't re...
That's actually a pretty clever combo—nutritious and gentle on sensitive teeth. When I had my wisdom teeth out, I relied heavily on warm oatmeal blend...
I totally get the lightning storm analogy, haha...been there myself. Honestly, I found that using a fluoride rinse afterward helped calm things down w...
Great tips here, especially the hydration reminder. When I had mine done, I was on a tight budget and didn't want to spend extra money on special mout...
My daughter struggled with the covers at first too. It was pretty frustrating for her, especially since she was already feeling self-conscious about t...
We had a similar experience with my son. Regular dentists were always stressful—he'd tense up and refuse to open his mouth, even though the dentist wa...
Haha, yes! My dog once turned my custom mouthguard into an expensive chew toy overnight. I think you're onto something with the saliva scent theory—do...
Our dentist hasn't tried puppets or stuffed animals yet, but I really like the idea of letting them pick music. My daughter always seems calmer when s...
Totally get that anxiety—it's like picking between two stressful options, honestly. I ended up paying upfront, but then my car broke down a month late...
Yeah, that's exactly how it went for me too. At first, I was super anxious about adding another monthly expense—felt like every dollar mattered (still...