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RE: How do you get your kids to actually brush their teeth?
Totally, the “cool” toothbrush trick works...until it doesn’t. My kid loved his dinosaur brush for about a week before he was over it and wanted a “robot” one. Now I just rotate brushes or slap a sticker on - anything fo...
RE: Weirdest things that actually help with braces pain
Losing brushes is basically my new hobby at this point. I swear, they vanish into thin air - maybe there’s a secret dimension just for orthodontic stuff. I’ve actually started writing my name on them, like I’m back in ki...
RE: When your favorite water bottle starts to smell funky
I keep hearing glass is “cleaner,” but honestly, I’m terrified I’ll break it every five minutes. My nerves can’t handle that kind of suspense. Stainless might not taste as fresh, but at least it survives my butterfinger...
RE: How to make breath mints last longer (without eating the whole pack)
Oh man, I feel this. Got braces last month and literally every mint is a game of “will it get stuck?” Breaking them in half helps, but I always feel like a squirrel trying to be sneaky. Gum’s tricky for me - my ortho sai...
RE: Retainer glued in or popping one in and out?
I’m super nervous about the whole retainer thing, honestly. The idea of something glued in my mouth freaks me out a little, but I also know I’d probably forget a removable one half the time. Is it actually that obvious i...
RE: Why is post-extraction care so confusing?
Right? I was told no swishing at all, but then my cousin said her dentist wanted her to rinse gently after 24 hours. I’m paranoid about even tilting my head back to drink water. Has anyone actually gotten dry socket just...
RE: What Helped Me Heal Faster After That Annoying Root Tip Surgery
Ugh, the waiting game with those stitches is the worst. Did anyone else have that weird urge to poke at them with your tongue? I swear mine felt like they were never going away. How long did it take for you all?
RE: Unexpected Everyday Things That Can Tint Your Teeth
Haha, I totally freaked out the first time my clear bands started looking weirdly yellow after a week of spinach smoothies. I thought I’d ruined my teeth forever. Turns out, it’s just the brackets and it fades, like you ...
RE: How much is too much when it comes to fluoride rinse?
I’m in the same boat - my dentist handed me that little bottle and said “just use it every night before bed.” Easier said than done. Half the time I remember while I’m already in bed, and then I have to decide if I care ...
RE: Little things that helped me get through my braces timeline
I get what you mean about the price, but honestly, after I got my braces, I caved and bought a water flosser. For me, it was less about fun and more about not having to fight with floss around the wires every night. I’m...
RE: Tricks that made my kid's braces journey less stressful
Honestly, I thought I was the only one dealing with the sticky-flavored-wax disaster. Tried the bubblegum one and it was like glue... but not in a good way. I get what you mean about swapping it out after eating - seems ...
RE: Ever heard of onlays instead of crowns after a root canal?
That Lego brick feeling is real, haha. I kept poking at mine with my tongue for like a month, convinced something was off. The sensitivity freaked me out too - ice water was evil. Glad to hear it faded for you. You’re de...
RE: Dealing with a little dental dread in my house
Tried one of those portals last week and honestly, it felt like a pop quiz I didn’t study for. I kept second-guessing every dropdown. Still ended up calling the office to double-check what I’d just booked - so much for l...
RE: Did you know babies can get cavities before their first birthday?
Wait, we’re supposed to brush after every night feed? Yikes. I can barely find my glasses at 2am, let alone a toothbrush for the baby. I do worry about those milk sugars though - my mom keeps reminding me about “bottle r...
RE: Finally figured out how to eat pizza without crying
White sauce pizzas are a total game changer, right? I was so nervous to try them at first - felt like cheating on the classic red sauce. But honestly, they’re way easier on my teeth too. I still crave the old-school stuf...