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RE: Cloudy buildup on a night guard feels rough
The material also matters for alcohol-based cleaners and mouthwash: clear retainers and some night guards are thermoplastic, and those products can cloud or weaken certain plastics. I wouldn’t assume a mouthwash soak is ...
RE: Did you know kids’ sports guards can help with more than just broken teeth?
Did your dentist say anything about kids using the custom ones for sports, or are those just for nighttime grinding? I worry about my son’s teeth with soccer, but the bulky guards make him gag. Is it safe for them to sle...
RE: WHY DOES RED WINE ALWAYS FIND THE LIGHT COUCH?
I get what you mean about slipcovers, but don’t they just end up bunching up and making things more stressful? I’m always worried my kid will trip or pull one off. Have you tried any of those waterproof throws instead? T...
RE: Keeping your mouth healthy after a root canal – what worked for you?
Did your dentist recommend that, or did you just try it on your own? My kid’s so nervous about hurting the tooth, I’m worried even a soft brush might be too much. How do you know when it’s safe to go back to “normal” bru...
RE: What would you do if you needed a root canal but your budget was super tight?
I’m right there with you - my kid’s dentist said root canal or pull the tooth, and neither sounded great. Is it really safe to just pull a molar if it’s a back one? I keep worrying about their bite getting messed up late...
RE: Surprised by what’s lurking in “healthy” snacks?
Completely agree about the “healthy” snacks being not-so-safe. We thought we were being smart with dried fruit - turns out it’s a nightmare for braces. Have you had issues with things like trail mix? My kid begged for it...
RE: Struggling to keep cavities away - what’s actually working for you?
String floss is the only thing that works for my kid, too - water flossers just made a mess and didn’t seem to do much. But I’m always second-guessing if we’re even doing it right. Do you actually floss for your son, or ...
RE: Quick poll: Did you go for immediate dentures or wait it out?
Did you have to go back a lot for adjustments? My kid’s dentist keeps saying immediates are “tricky” because of all the changes as things heal. I’m honestly nervous about pain and how much school they’d miss. Did you fin...
RE: The great dental quest: searching for planet-friendly floss
That’s exactly what I worry about! My kid has a couple of fillings and I can’t help but imagine them flying out if we use a water flosser. Is that even possible, or am I just overthinking this? Regular floss feels like p...
RE: Keeping your tongue scraper from becoming a science experiment
That rainbow thing freaks me out every time - I always wonder if it means bacteria or something worse is lurking, even though I know it’s probably just what you said, oxidation. But do you ever worry about the taste or s...
RE: How sticking to a simple gum care habit actually worked for me
Totally relate to this. My kid’s ortho actually recommended threaders too, but they’re so fiddly - sometimes it feels like it takes forever. Do you ever worry about missing spots with the water flosser? I’m always anxiou...
RE: Spotting trouble early: My steps for catching gum issues before they get bad
I totally relate to the anxiety about noticing every tiny change - especially with my kid. If I see even a little redness or bleeding, I start worrying it’s something major. I’ve tried keeping a log like you suggested, b...
RE: Anyone dealt with wobbly teeth? What worked for you?
That twist thing freaks me out too - I can’t even watch. My kid’s been wiggling her tooth for what feels like forever, but I’m so nervous about forcing it. I always wonder if yanking it out too soon could mess up the way...
RE: Anyone dealt with wobbly teeth? What worked for you?
Yeah, I totally get the anxiety. I kept worrying my kid’s tooth would never tighten up again after getting wobbly with braces. Our ortho didn’t suggest a mouthguard, but I actually asked about it because I was paranoid a...
RE: Weirdest pain after getting braces tightened - normal or not?
That ear pain part really has me second-guessing what’s “normal” with braces. My daughter mentioned her jaw felt sore, but then she started complaining about this weird tingling in her cheek - almost like when your foot ...