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RE: Toddler teeth trouble—what would you do?

Interesting point about timers—I hadn't thought of them causing stress. Do you think maybe using a song instead of a timer could help? Like, pick a fa...

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RE: Teeth slightly crooked and it's driving me nuts

That's definitely true—we're trained to notice every little detail, sometimes to the point of overthinking it. I had a similar experience myself; noti...

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RE: Hypothetically, if you tried extracting some herbal stuff at home—like oils or tinctures—and it went kinda wrong (maybe too strong or weird smell or something), how would you fix it?

Interesting you both mention ventilation helping with the smell... makes sense, but I'm curious—did either of you notice any change in potency after a...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

Interesting points here—comfort and durability definitely vary a lot from person to person. I'm curious though, do you think the lifespan difference y...

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RE: Finding the right doc for bone graft surgery—recent story got me thinking

Totally agree with you on this one. It's funny how even the smallest acknowledgment from a doc can shift the whole experience. I've noticed this a lot...

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RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately

Totally agree with this. Did you switch from manual to electric by any chance? I've seen a bunch of patients whose gums freaked out after making that ...

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RE: HOW OFTEN DO YOU GO BACK AFTER TREATMENT?

Interesting point about spacing out visits...but do you think fewer check-ins might make some people slack off on retainer wear? I've seen patients wh...

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RE: Getting ready for oral surgery—my game plan

Totally agree on the lukewarm thing—temperature sensitivity after surgery is pretty common. Did your son also find softer textures like mashed potatoe...

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RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately

It's pretty common to notice a bit of bleeding or tenderness when you first switch to a softer brush, especially if you've been brushing too hard befo...

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RE: metal mouth maintenance: what's your cleaning style?

Haha, water flossers can definitely get messy at first. Did you find the generic tips held up well over time? I've seen mixed results—some patients sw...

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RE: ever had to rush your kid to the dentist unexpectedly?

Did your orthodontist give you a list of foods to avoid, or was it more trial and error? I've noticed some offices are super detailed about snack guid...

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RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?

Interesting perspective—do you think the anxiety around unexpected expenses changes depending on the type of treatment? I remember when I got LASIK do...

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RE: fluoride in toothpaste—do you worry about it?

I agree, fluoride isn't the only thing keeping enamel healthy. Did your dentist mention anything about xylitol or hydroxyapatite toothpastes? I've see...

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RE: how thorough are you with dental checkups?

My dentist actually uses the laser detection thing alongside X-rays. She mentioned it's good for spotting early decay, but not quite reliable enough y...

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RE: Sensitive Gums Driving Me Nuts—Saltwater Rinse or OTC Gel?

Good question—timing can actually matter quite a bit. Usually, giving your mouth around 30 minutes after rinsing before applying something like chlorh...

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