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RE: How long did your bridge replacement actually take?
Yeah, my dentist did the same thing - every time I went in, he’d have me bite down on that blue paper and then shave off just a little bit more. I didn’t expect it to be such a process, honestly. I thought once it was ce...
RE: Trattamenti dentali economici e di qualità in Albania
Capisco benissimo la paura di dover correre avanti e indietro se qualcosa va storto, ma onestamente io sono stata una di quelle che ha fatto il viaggio in Albania (per una devitalizzazione e due corone) e mi sono trovata...
RE: Keeping those stitches clean after a tooth pull - what worked for me
That’s wild, I thought I was the only one who noticed that dropper smell. I started just using a fresh one every couple days too, felt wasteful but at least it didn’t gross me out. Saltwater rinses were a lifesaver for m...
RE: Did you know kids’ sports guards can help with more than just broken teeth?
Yeah, I totally get that weird aftertaste thing - soap just made it worse for us too. Vinegar’s been my go-to, but sometimes I’ll throw in a pinch of baking soda if it’s really stubborn. The smell never fully goes away, ...
RE: Tooth Knocked Out At Playground - What Would You Do?
Yeah, I always thought you were supposed to try and save the tooth too, like put it in milk or even just keep it in the kid’s mouth if possible? I’d probably freak out in the moment though. My nephew knocked his out last...
RE: Sealants for Kids: When Did Your Dentist Recommend Them?
Yeah, I get what you mean - sometimes I feel like I’m obsessing over every tiny thing with my kid’s teeth too. Our dentist said something similar, like sealants are helpful but not a must if you’re on top of brushing and...
RE: Choosing the right root canal doc - what mattered most for you?
Yeah, totally get what you mean about the vibe making a difference. I’m actually gearing up for my first root canal and honestly, the technical stuff matters but I’m way more freaked out by not knowing what’s going on. L...
RE: What if you show up to your braces consult and forget to ask the important stuff?
I get what you mean about calling later, but honestly, I always feel super awkward doing that. Like, I know the office staff say it’s fine, but I can’t help but feel like I’m annoying them or getting judged for not remem...
RE: Saw a story about sinus lifts getting more common - anyone else nervous?
That marshmallow feeling is spot on. I kept expecting my cheek to just...pop back to normal, but nope, it lingered for days. The sneezing thing totally stressed me out too - felt like I was defusing a bomb every time. An...
RE: How long did you wait for new dentures after extractions?
Eight weeks? Wow, that’s a long time to be on soft foods. I keep hearing about the “healing at your own pace” thing, but honestly, I felt like my dentist was just being vague too. But then again, I went in expecting a se...
RE: Retainer snapped in half - what now?
I totally get where you’re coming from - those retainers are like gold, but also somehow the easiest thing to misplace or break. When mine snapped, I freaked out about my teeth moving too, and honestly, it’s wild how fas...
RE: How soon did you get back to your routine after a tooth pulled?
I was super nervous about messing up the healing too, especially with all the warnings about dry socket. I waited a couple days before I even tried eating anything but pudding and soup. Was anyone able to get back to nor...
RE: Which is rougher: getting a crown or recovering from a root canal?
I totally get the food thing - I was worried about that too. Honestly, the root canal wasn’t as bad as I expected, pain-wise. The numbness after was weird but manageable. For me, the crown part just felt awkward for a fe...
RE: Does switching to vaping actually help your teeth and gums?
I’ve been debating this too, honestly. I switched to vaping a few months ago, hoping my teeth would thank me, but I still get that weird dry mouth feeling. My dentist said it’s “better than smoking,” but not exactly a fr...