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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster
I had the same issue, whitening toothpastes always made my teeth feel like they were vibrating - super uncomfortable. Tried a few gentler brands labeled 'sensitive' but even those didn't really fix it completely. Now I j...
RE: Grinding teeth at night...what if you ignored it?
Yeah, I've been hesitant about acupuncture too... needles make me kinda nervous, even if they're tiny. Meditation helped a bit for me as well, but my dentist keeps mentioning a night guard. I'm just worried it'll be unco...
RE: fluoride in toothpaste - do you worry about it?
I've noticed something similar myself, actually. A while back, my dentist recommended a toothpaste specifically for sensitive teeth, and at first it felt great. But then I got curious and switched to another brand that p...
RE: how thorough are you with dental checkups?
Yeah, I totally see your point, but honestly, I'd rather err on the side of caution. A dentist once told me a tooth was "borderline," so we decided to wait and watch it. Fast forward a year, and suddenly I needed a root ...
RE: Getting ready for oral surgery - my game plan
Yeah, oatmeal was a no-go for me too - those sneaky little bits just cling everywhere. I ended up relying heavily on mashed potatoes and smoothies. Also, careful with acidic stuff like orange juice...it stings more than ...
RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?
I've tried strawberries too, but honestly, didn't see much difference either. Maybe it's just me being overly cautious (or anxious, lol), but I always worry about enamel damage with baking soda toothpaste. My dentist sai...
RE: My dentist convinced me to switch to electric - now I'm lost in toothbrush land
Haha, glad I'm not the only one who zones out mid-brush. I swear sometimes I spend a full minute on one side before realizing I've totally neglected the other half of my mouth. 😅 That's reassuring to hear thou...
RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster
I feel you on the patience thing, honestly. When I had my crowns done, I was convinced I'd made a massive mistake at first. They felt so foreign and uncomfortable, and I was constantly worried they'd never feel normal ag...
RE: HOW OFTEN DO YOU GO BACK AFTER TREATMENT?
I get what you're saying, but honestly, I tend to wait a bit longer before rushing back. I've had dental anxiety forever, so I'm always hoping things settle down on their own...probably not the best strategy, but it usua...
RE: Finally confident smiling in photos again
Glad you found something that works for you. I totally get the struggle - coffee's been my morning lifeline for decades, and every dentist visit makes me anxious they'll tell me to quit. Tried those whitening strips once...
RE: Getting ready for oral surgery - my game plan
Interesting, chicken broth actually worked pretty well for me, but I had to go super low-sodium. Regular broth made my mouth feel weirdly tight and uncomfortable. Smoothies were great, but cold stuff made me anxious abou...
RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately
Yeah, same here... I kept getting soreness around one tooth and freaked myself out thinking it was something serious. Dentist said I was brushing too hard there - who knew being overly cautious could backfire?
RE: surviving on smoothies and mashed potatoes: my post-tooth-pulling adventure
Haha, seriously. I remember when I had my wisdom teeth out, I was so worried about irritating the extraction sites that I basically lived on lukewarm soup and yogurt for days. Avocado mash sounds like a good idea though ...
RE: Surviving gum surgery: ice packs are my new best friend
I had the same experience with cold coconut milk - felt amazing at first, but after a few sips, my gums started feeling weirdly sensitive. Room temp worked better for me overall, even though it wasn't as refreshing. I...
RE: My dentist horror story turned comedy routine
Haha, that's exactly the kind of distraction I need when I'm stuck in that chair. My dentist once started humming along to the elevator music playing overhead - like full-on humming, totally oblivious. It was oddly calmi...