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RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally
I had a similar experience with sensitivity toothpaste - it definitely helped, but I still had a few cringe-worthy moments with ice cream afterward, haha. My dentist actually suggested spacing out the whitening sessions ...
RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?
Mine usually lasts around a year too, but I totally agree about the drugstore ones. I tried one once when I was traveling and forgot mine at home - big mistake. It felt bulky and wore down super fast. My dentist also men...
RE: Braces for underbite taking forever and a day
I get the frustration, but honestly, sometimes orthodontists can be overly cautious. My first ortho said my underbite would take at least two years, but when I switched for a second opinion, the new doc adjusted my treat...
RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?
I totally get that worry - been there myself. I ended up setting aside a small emergency stash, nothing huge, just enough to cover one month's payment. Honestly, it was more peace of mind than anything else...but hey, wh...
RE: Finding the right doc for bone graft surgery - recent story got me thinking
We had a similar experience - our first surgeon was nice enough, but I never felt fully comfortable. Ended up getting a second opinion, and the difference was night and day. Have you thought about chatting with another d...
RE: My dentist convinced me to switch to electric - now I'm lost in toothbrush land
Glad I'm not the only one who fell for the "premium brush head" trap, haha. When I first switched to electric, I was convinced those pricier heads with the rubbery bits and angled bristles were some kind of dental wizard...
RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks
My mom had a similar issue - she was convinced electric brushes were just too harsh. We ended up getting her one with a pressure sensor too, and at first she was skeptical (you know how parents can be, haha). But after a...
RE: HOW OFTEN DO YOU GO BACK AFTER TREATMENT?
Totally get the anxiety part...I had a similar experience with a filling that felt weird for weeks. Ended up seeing another dentist who adjusted it slightly, and it made all the difference. Sometimes a fresh perspective ...
RE: How soon is too soon for baby's first dentist trip?
Haha, totally relate to this! We took our son around 18 months because our pediatrician kept nudging us about it. Honestly, I felt the same way - baby teeth are temporary, right? But the dentist explained it's more about...
RE: my dental implants still feel amazing after 8 years - here's what worked for me
Interesting to hear your experience with interdental brushes - I actually had a slightly different outcome. My dentist also recommended those tiny brushes, and I gave them a solid try for a few weeks, but honestly found ...
RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?
I totally get the anxiety around monthly payments... I felt the same way when I got my braces a couple years back. At first, I thought paying upfront would save me from stress, but then my car broke down unexpectedly (cl...
RE: traveling with dentures - anyone else had awkward moments?
Haha, reminds me of when airport security flagged my denture cleaning tablets. Had to explain they weren't suspicious pills - just something to keep my smile fresh. Anyone else had trouble with tablets or powders?