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RE: Keeping your retainer from getting gross (and actually remembering to wear it)
That neon green case idea is genius - I went with hot pink for mine and it’s saved me from tossing it out with my lunch more than once. Linking retainer time to brushing teeth makes sense, too. I tried setting phone remi...
RE: How I deal with a busted tooth until I can see the dentist
That’s a really good point about the rough edges - my kid chipped a tooth once and kept running his tongue over it until it got sore. I totally get wanting to wait, but calling the dentist for advice helped us figure out...
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RE: If mashed potatoes could talk: surviving those first days after getting braces
I get why soups are a go-to, but honestly, I think oatmeal gets a bad rap here. If you keep it runny and rinse well after, it’s not that bad. Plus, it’s filling and you can mix in mashed bananas or nut butter for extra ...
RE: Which one actually gets your teeth cleaner: blasting with water or good ol’ string floss?
Couldn’t agree more. I used to be all about the string, but honestly, if I’m half asleep at night, the water flosser’s just easier and I actually do it. My dentist says both are good, but getting in there daily is the re...
RE: Keeping Teeth Clean Without Breaking the Bank: My Cheap Floss Routine
That’s such a mood - I swear, every time I try to thread floss under my permanent retainer, it’s like performing surgery with mittens on. I’ve lost count of how many threaders have just vanished into the void under the s...
RE: Best way to get the most out of fluoride: paste or rinse first?
I totally get the urge to rinse right after brushing - leaving that toothpaste film just feels... wrong, even if it’s supposed to be good for us. My hygienist said something similar about the fluoride sticking around lon...
RE: Best way to get the most out of fluoride: paste or rinse first?
That tingly feeling gets me sometimes too, especially with those “extra whitening” toothpastes. I used to think it meant my teeth were getting cleaner, but honestly, it just made me dread brushing. Swapping to a sensitiv...
RE: Keeping kids’ teeth clean between visits - what actually works?
Raisins are like the supervillain of snacks for little teeth, right? I swear they could use them as dental adhesive in a pinch. I hear you on the dinosaur flossers - I’ve tried those, and half the time I’m just hoping I’...
RE: Surviving morning breath: tales from the smoker’s toothbrush
I get what you mean about wanting to keep it simple, but for me, just swishing water never really did the trick long-term. I tried skipping the tongue scraper for a while and honestly, I noticed my breath just wasn’t as ...
RE: Why does it feel like dentists only want to throw antibiotics at gum problems?
Honestly, I remember feeling like I was being thrown into the deep end too - one minute it’s “your gums look a bit inflamed,” and next thing you know, they’re talking about numbing your whole mouth for a deep clean. My d...
RE: Talking clearly with new teeth: did you see that recent study?
Totally get that - my S’s and Z’s sounded weird for weeks. I kept practicing in the car, just repeating random words. Did you notice any foods that actually helped with the sensitivity, or was it just a waiting game?
RE: Swapping string floss for a water jet - worth it?
Funny, I actually had the opposite experience. The water flosser felt nice, but my dentist said I was still missing plaque between teeth. I had to go back to string for those stubborn spots... kind of annoying, but my ch...
RE: Braces drama: teen loses teeth after DIY hacks go viral
Yikes, that's rough... I've heard similar stories, and honestly, it's scary how quickly something simple can turn into a dental nightmare. Makes me wonder - do schools even talk about this stuff in health classes these d...
RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros
I've had mixed luck with vinegar on ink stains, honestly... ink can be pretty stubborn. A while back, I accidentally left a pen in my scrubs pocket (typical me 🙄), and it leaked everywhere. Someone recommended ru...