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RE: Keeping your tongue scraper from becoming a science experiment

I get really nervous about germs, especially since my kiddo uses a tongue scraper too. I just can't trust the whole "self-cleaning" idea, especially w...

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RE: The great dental quest: searching for planet-friendly floss

I’m right there with you. I tried switching to some of those “eco” silk flosses, but my kid’s teeth are super tight and it just shredded or got stuck—...

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RE: Chewing Gum That Actually Works For Gross Breath?

I totally get where you're coming from—my kid just got braces and honestly, it feels like every snack or sip of juice is a new obstacle. I’ve been sup...

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RE: Whitening at the Dentist vs. At-Home Kits: Which Did You Like More?

Couldn’t agree more. My kid begged for whitening after seeing TikTok trends, but I was super nervous about sensitivity and gum health. I’d honestly ra...

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RE: Dealing with those sneaky in-between tooth cavities

My kid’s dentist practically gave me a lecture about this. I thought a fancy water flosser would make things easier for my daughter (she HATES string ...

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RE: How do you cope when facing a dental redo?

The cost is honestly what keeps me up at night, too. My kid finished braces last year, and when the retainer broke, I hesitated—like, is this really u...

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RE: Root canal wasn’t as scary as I thought—pain gone!

Insurance codes are a nightmare. My kid needed a root canal on a baby tooth, and I swear I spent more time arguing with the insurance rep than at the ...

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RE: Why does every night guard feel like a mouthful of plastic?

That’s actually really interesting about the dual-layer guard. I’ve been pretty anxious about this whole night guard thing for my kid—he’s only 11 and...

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RE: Cleaning Teeth Professionally vs. DIY Before Braces—Which Did You Choose?

I totally get wanting to impress the hygienist, but honestly, I worry more about missing something important before braces go on. My kid brushes reall...

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RE: How do you cope when facing a dental redo?

I totally get what you mean about feeling like it was a setback—my kiddo had to get braces redone after a few years and honestly, I took it harder tha...

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RE: The day my tongue cleaner became a secret weapon

I totally get the skepticism—sometimes I wonder if it’s all in my head, too. My kid’s dentist recommended scraping because of stubborn bad breath, and...

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RE: Little things that helped me avoid post-surgery infections

That’s interesting—my daughter’s oral surgeon was really strict about starting the saltwater rinses almost immediately, but I was so nervous about irr...

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RE: Water flossers showdown: cordless vs countertop, what's your pick?

I totally get the “gross but satisfying” thing. I was honestly shocked the first time I used a water flosser on my daughter—she brushes so carefully, ...

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RE: Unexpected toothpaste hacks that actually work

I've been hesitant to try vinegar myself—something about the acidity makes me nervous, even diluted. Retainers are pricey, and I can't shake the worry...

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RE: My dentist convinced me to switch to electric—now I'm lost in toothbrush land

I totally get the skepticism about those brushing apps. My kid's dentist actually recommended one of those toothbrushes with an app to help him brush ...

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