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RE: Did you know kids’ sports guards can help with more than just broken teeth?
- We’ve been dealing with the same thing with our youngest. He grinds like crazy at night - sometimes you can hear it from down the hall. - Tried a couple of those boil-and-bite guards from the drugstore. He’d wear it ...
RE: Electric vs. manual toothbrushes for kids - what’s actually better?
- Gunk in the brush head is the worst. I’ve tried rinsing right after but it still builds up in those tiny spots. - Electric brushes definitely seem to get more off, at least according to my daughter’s dentist. But she...
RE: Best ways to soothe a teething baby (besides the usual stuff?)
- Totally with you on the “mystery goo” - half the time it’s more mess than help. - The cold washcloth trick is gold. Sometimes I just give mine a chilled spoon to chew on (supervised, obviously). Works in a pinch. - Tee...
RE: Feeling grateful I finally qualified for full arch implants - anyone else relieved after a long wait?
- Totally get the “mapping out the first meal” thing. I did the same - spent days debating what wouldn’t mess anything up. - 100% agree. Those little wins matter way more than people realize. - It’s weird how something ...
RE: Did you know even a tiny shift in your teeth can mess with your confidence?
- Totally get it. My front teeth shifted just a tiny bit after braces and it messed with my bite more than I expected. - - had that exact thing happen. Woke up with jaw pain for days. - Not sure if it’s confidence or ju...
RE: Chewing Gum That Actually Works For Gross Breath?
- Yeah, I know what you mean about the “minty burn.” Some gums feel like mouthwash in solid form. - I’ve tried those “gentle” fruit flavors too. They start off okay, but after ten minutes it’s like chewing on a scented...
RE: Getting used to new dentures: slow and steady or all at once?
- I get what you mean, but I tried the “all at once” thing and just couldn’t handle it. - Ended up with sore spots that took forever to heal, so my dentist had me slow down and do a few hours at a time. - Maybe my gu...
RE: Best way to get the most out of fluoride: paste or rinse first?
- I actually do rinse after brushing, but with just a little water. I know they say not to, but leaving all that paste in my mouth feels gross. - Tried skipping the rinse for a couple weeks, didn’t notice a huge differ...
RE: WHEN TOOTHBRUSHES BECOME ENEMIES: DEALING WITH STIFF FINGERS
- Totally relate to the DIY solutions. I’ve used rubber bands, those squishy pencil grips, even duct tape once (not my finest moment). None of the “ergonomic” ones really did much for us either - just more stuff to cl...
RE: HOW OFTEN DO YOU REALLY NEED TO SEE YOUR DENTIST AFTER IMPLANTS?
- Honestly, I only started taking the every-six-months thing seriously after my hygienist showed me pics of someone who ignored their implant for years. Not pretty. - I get the “subscription” vibe too, but it’s way less ...
RE: The quest for the ultimate enamel shield: a story thread
- For us, the prescription paste actually made a difference, but only if we stuck with it every night. - I don’t think you’re overthinking - my kid reacts more to sticky stuff (taffy, caramel) than cold stuff, weirdly....
RE: Did you know some electric toothbrushes actually have pressure sensors that light up if you’re brushing too hard?
- Been there with the pressure sensor. First week, I felt like I was in some weird game show - “Will you brush too hard tonight?” - Honestly, I just got annoyed by the red light and ended up ignoring it most days. - ...
RE: Would you wait or go straight for an implant after losing a tooth?
- Yeah, after I lost a molar, my bite felt off for a while. Not sure if it was real or just me overthinking, but chewing on that side definitely felt weird. - My dentist also warned about shifting, but honestly, nothing ...
RE: How Often Do You Get Fluoride at the Dentist?
- Dentist usually does the fluoride thing every 6 months for me, but honestly, I’ve skipped it a couple times when I was in a rush. - Never liked the taste either - bubblegum or “mint,” it’s all kinda weird. - Had a few ...
RE: WOULD YOU NOTICE IF SOMETHING FELT "OFF" IN YOUR MOUTH?
- Totally get that. - Had a crown done a few months back - felt super weird for like three days, then my bite just kind of sorted itself out. - If it’s still bugging you after a week, yeah, probably worth a call. -...