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RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?
I see your point, but when I got braces as an adult, I did the upfront payment. Sure, flexibility's nice, but seeing that chunk of savings knocked off the total made me feel way better - especially after calculating how ...
RE: tips for healing after mouth biopsy?
Smoothies were my go-to as well, but honestly, scrambled eggs saved me from total smoothie burnout. I found that gently rinsing with saltwater after meals helped ease irritation too... sounds like you're already on the r...
RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?
Totally relate to this. When I got braces, I initially thought paying upfront would simplify things, but after crunching numbers (typical me, spreadsheets and all...), monthly payments made way more sense. I did exactly ...
RE: Quick trick my dentist shared to keep cavities away
I've had braces for a while now, and honestly, water flossers were a lifesaver at first - especially when my teeth were super sensitive. But after a few months, I noticed exactly what you're saying: bits of food (especia...
RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?
We went with monthly payments too, mostly for peace of mind. Funny you mention the scrambled eggs - mine snapped a bracket on mashed potatoes once...still can't figure that one out. Thankfully, our ortho just chuckled an...
RE: my dental implants still feel amazing after 8 years - here's what worked for me
Haha, reading these comments brings back memories. My first attempt with a water flosser was like a scene from a comedy sketch - mirror splattered, shirt soaked, and me questioning my life choices. I was convinced I'd so...
RE: fluoride in toothpaste - do you worry about it?
I get that feeling about ingredient lists - sometimes I think you need a chemistry degree just to brush your teeth these days. 😂 I used to stress about fluoride too, especially after finding some sketchy articles...
RE: Finally confident smiling in photos again
Milk helping with tooth sensitivity sounded odd to me too at first, but your experience makes sense. I remember after getting my braces tightened, cold water was torture, but room-temp milk was surprisingly soothing. Nev...
RE: How soon is too soon for baby's first dentist trip?
We waited until about 18 months, mostly because our pediatrician said it was fine to hold off a bit longer. Honestly, I think it depends on how many teeth your little one has and if there are any concerns. Funny story - ...
RE: Thumb Sucking Drama - How Do You Get Your Kid to Stop?
My orthodontist actually said my braces were partly due to thumb-sucking as a kid. My parents tried everything too, but I only stopped when kids teased me at school around age six...maybe peer pressure's the real trick h...
RE: The flossing adventures of Captain Toothbrush and the Plaque Pirates
Haha, that's pretty creative. Reminds me of when I had braces as a kid - my mom turned flossing into a spy mission, sneaking past the "metal guards" to catch hidden villains. Worked surprisingly well... kids love mission...
RE: getting braces soon - here's a tip I wish I'd known earlier
Haha, smart move cutting the wax strips - I wish I'd thought of that earlier. I remember panicking when I ran out and resorted to chewing gum wrappers as a makeshift solution (spoiler: didn't work). Totally agree on savo...
RE: My dentist warned me about gum disease, and now I'm paranoid
Haha, I totally get that feeling. A few months back, my orthodontist casually mentioned how improper flossing could lead to bone loss around the teeth. Bone loss?! Suddenly, every time I flossed, I imagined my teeth wobb...
RE: finally getting braces off - need fun ways to celebrate
Haha, caramel apples sound risky - I went straight for popcorn myself. Honestly, the best part was just running my tongue over smooth teeth again...weirdly satisfying after years of metal brackets. I like the goofy photo...