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RE: Weirdest thing I learned - hydrogen peroxide is in a bunch of stain removers, even for teeth, and it’s the same stuff in hair bleach.
That fizzing got me, too - first time I tried one of those whitening gels, I honestly thought something was going wrong. My daughter laughed and told me it’s “just science,” but it still feels odd. I remember when we use...
RE: Knocked out tooth: anyone else try those instant repair kits?
Had to laugh at the “classic, right?” popcorn kernel - been there, done that, lost a filling to one. I get what you mean about dentists maybe wanting us to come in, but honestly, after I tried a DIY kit once (for a sharp...
RE: Quick fix for brighter teeth - baking soda vs activated charcoal?
Charcoal, huh? My granddaughter tried to convince me it was the next big thing, but I’m with your dentist - seems risky. Now, baking soda… I’ve dabbled with it off and on since the ‘70s. Never had any major issues, but I...
RE: Water flossers showdown: cordless vs countertop, what's your pick?
I’ve been through both types too, and honestly, I still wonder if the countertop ones really do a better job or if it’s just the “power wash” feeling tricking me. My dentist said as long as I’m consistent, either is fine...
RE: Root canal wasn’t as scary as I thought - pain gone!
I relate to the apple thing - took me ages before I dared bite into one with my crown. I still hesitate with really crunchy stuff, but over time, I got less nervous. It’s funny how our brains hold onto that “what if” eve...
RE: Finger brush vs. baby toothbrush for first teeth - what worked for you?
Funny, I remember when my grandkids were at that stage - tiny teeth popping up and everyone fussing over how to keep them clean. The finger brush always felt a bit awkward on my end too, and I swear the little ones just ...
RE: Tricks to get kids excited about brushing teeth
I get where you’re coming from about picking your battles, but I sometimes wonder if letting kids call all the shots with brushing is the right way to go. When my grandkids visit, they love picking out the wildest brushe...
RE: Braces for underbite taking forever and a day
Interesting points about sleeping positions, but honestly, switching to my back never really worked for me. I tried it for weeks, but I'd always wake up halfway through the night feeling restless and uncomfortable. Weird...
RE: GUM ISSUES SUCK - HERE'S SOMETHING THAT HELPED ME
Interesting points, but I'm not totally convinced salt water rinses are always the best idea. I tried them myself a while back when I had some gum inflammation issues - my dentist recommended it too, actually. But weirdl...
RE: Grinding teeth at night...what if you ignored it?
I've been wondering about this myself. A few years back, my dentist suggested a night guard too, but I just couldn't get used to it - felt like I was chewing on rubber tires all night. Eventually, I gave up and didn't bo...
RE: Getting kids to floss - what tricks actually work?
When my grandkids visited last summer, I tried something similar - letting them choose their own floss flavors. Worked surprisingly well, actually. But now you've got me wondering...does the novelty wear off eventually, ...
RE: GUM ISSUES SUCK - HERE'S SOMETHING THAT HELPED ME
I've never even heard of aloe toothpaste before this thread, but now I'm intrigued. Might have to look into it next time I'm at the store. Saltwater rinses have been a lifesaver for me too, especially after I had some de...
RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants
Funny you mention the temperature thing - I had something similar but opposite. Cold stuff felt painfully cold, even water straight from the fridge was like ice stabbing my gums for about a week after my extraction. I re...
RE: Straightening out my teeth without braces - my experience
Spinach is sneaky like that, isn't it? I swear, every time I have pesto or anything with tiny herbs, it's like they're on a mission to embarrass me. Funny enough, bacon bits haven't been my nemesis - it's popcorn kernels...
RE: Teeth slightly crooked and it's driving me nuts
Weekly photos sound like a solid idea, though I admit I'd probably forget half the time! When I had braces years ago, my dentist gave me these clear plastic molds of my teeth from the start of treatment. Every now and th...