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RE: surviving on smoothies and mashed potatoes: my post-tooth-pulling adventure
I totally get the paranoia about dry socket - I remember when I had my wisdom teeth out a few years back, I was convinced every tiny ache meant disaster. I stuck mostly to yogurt, smoothies, and scrambled eggs for about ...
RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster
Yeah, same here. When I got my dentures, it felt like I had a mouthful of plastic marbles for weeks...thought I'd never get used to them. Eventually, though, your brain just adjusts. Hang in there - it does get easier.
RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?
Interesting you mention herbal teas - I had a similar experience, but with chamomile. I used to drink it every night thinking it was totally harmless, and then my dentist pointed out some subtle staining at my checkup. L...
RE: tips for healing after mouth biopsy?
Definitely agree with the saltwater rinse - it's simple but effective. When I had my biopsy done last year, I underestimated how sensitive my mouth would be afterward. One thing that really helped me was sticking to soft...
RE: WISDOM TEETH OUT - HOW LONG DID IT TAKE YOU TO FEEL NORMAL AGAIN?
When I had mine out, I remember mashed potatoes being my nemesis - something about the stickiness just felt impossible to swallow comfortably. Took me a good two weeks before I could even think about anything crunchy or ...