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RE: Making the switch: how I use my water flosser (and where I still mess up)
My kiddo has braces and we’ve basically turned toothbrushing time into a splash zone event. I swear, half the water ends up on the counter, but it really does help get all the gunk out. I still keep regular floss around ...
RE: Dealing with kids’ chipped teeth - what actually works?
That constant checking is so real - I did the same thing after my daughter chipped hers at a playground. I kept thinking, “What if I miss something?” It’s wild how much you second-guess every decision, especially when in...
RE: Dealing with kids’ chipped teeth - what actually works?
Those trampoline stories are way too familiar...we had a “flying elbow” incident last summer and my son’s front tooth took the hit. Our dentist did the same - checked for pain, wiggled it a bit, used the camera, and said...
RE: Which is rougher: getting a crown or recovering from a root canal?
When my daughter had hers, the root canal was over pretty fast, but the crown process dragged on for weeks. First, she had to get the temporary one (which kept feeling weird and made her extra cautious with eating), then...
RE: That first week after wisdom teeth removal… did anyone else swear by ice packs?
We went through the same thing with my kid last year. Day two looked like a chipmunk, then just when we thought it was getting better, day four hit and - bam - more swelling. We did the ice pack routine too, but honestly...
RE: Chewing Gum That Actually Works For Gross Breath?
Cinnamon gum is such a throwback for me. I used to always keep a pack in the diaper bag when my daughter was younger and we were running around to appointments. She hated mint (said it was “spicy,” which I guess is fair)...
RE: Chewing Gum That Actually Works For Gross Breath?
I totally hear you on the “fancy” gum hype not always living up to the price tag. My kiddo has been dealing with some breath issues (thanks to a combo of allergies and, let’s be honest, less-than-stellar brushing some da...
RE: How often do you actually see your dentist?
Totally get this. My kid just started with braces last year and wow, it’s a whole different ballgame. Here’s how it’s gone for us: first, we tried stretching appointments to once a year like we used to, but after a coupl...
RE: KIDS' TOOTHBRUSHES: ELECTRIC VS MANUAL - WHAT'S WORKING FOR YOUR FAMILY?
It’s funny, my daughter was all about her “sparkle tiger” brush for months, and then one day decided the electric one was too noisy and went back to manual. We just let her pick each night now - sometimes she wants to fe...
RE: Ever heard of onlays instead of crowns after a root canal?
My kid had a crown after his root canal too, and he was super cautious chewing at first - honestly, still favors the other side months later. He did mention some sensitivity with cold stuff for a bit, but it faded after ...
RE: Making oral biopsies less scary: my comfort hacks
Weighted blankets are a game changer - my kiddo is super anxious about anything dental, and I swear that blanket made the last appointment so much smoother. She said it felt like getting a big hug, which was honestly ado...
RE: Quick fix for brighter teeth - baking soda vs activated charcoal?
That gritty feeling is the worst, right? My kid’s dentist actually warned us about both baking soda and charcoal for the same reason - too abrasive, especially for younger teeth. We tried baking soda once when my daughte...
RE: Consistent cleanings: worth the hassle?
My kid just got their braces off a few months ago, and honestly, it’s been a whole process teaching them how to switch back to “normal” brushing. I still remind them step-by-step - especially about not skipping flossing,...
RE: Would you wait or go straight for an implant after losing a tooth?
Waiting for the implant was a tough call for us, too. My kid lost a front tooth last year (bike accident - never a dull moment), and we ended up using a flipper for about five months. I’ll be real, it was a rollercoaster...
RE: Does whitening mouthwash actually make a difference?
I totally get what you mean about not seeing a dramatic change. My kid’s dentist actually recommended whitening mouthwash for her after braces, just to help with some mild discoloration. We used Crest 3D White too, and h...