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RE: Chewing Gum That Actually Works For Gross Breath?
I hear you on the charcoal mints - tried them after a big ramen date (with extra garlic, of course) and it felt like I’d chewed on a burnt log. Not even sure my breath was better, just… smokier? Honestly, some of these f...
RE: WHY DOES A ROOT CANAL NEED A DO-OVER? UGH.
Funny thing, I actually had a different take on the whole microscope/3D imaging thing. When I needed my redo, my dentist had all the bells and whistles - seriously, it felt like being in a sci-fi movie with that equipmen...
RE: KIDS' TOOTHBRUSHES: ELECTRIC VS MANUAL - WHAT'S WORKING FOR YOUR FAMILY?
My daughter was the same - super resistant to brushing until we tried an electric one with a timer and some fun stickers. The buzzing freaked her out at first, but after a week she barely noticed. I do think the novelty ...
RE: WHEN TOOTHBRUSHES BECOME ENEMIES: DEALING WITH STIFF FINGERS
I hear you on the “ergonomic” brushes - most of them just feel like a marketing gimmick. I once tried wrapping medical tape around a regular toothbrush handle, thinking it’d give me a better grip. It helped for maybe a w...
RE: Little things that helped me avoid post-surgery infections
Haha, I can totally relate - my son gave me the stink eye every time I handed him that rinse. He swore it tasted like salty metal, and honestly, I tried it once out of curiosity and... yeah, not great. We ended up lettin...
RE: Jaw surgery for TMJ: did it actually help you?
Insurance really is a wild card with this stuff. I remember thinking I was all set, then getting slapped with a bill for a splint that “wasn’t medically necessary” in their eyes... super confusing. As far as recovery, mi...
RE: Saw This Article on Natural Ways to Calm Down Angry Gums - Thoughts?
Totally get where you’re coming from. I tried every rinse and “natural” thing after my whitening trays, but honestly, nothing beat a pro cleaning for me either. Sometimes the basics just need a professional boost. Chewin...
RE: Surprising Stories About Flossing Habits That Actually Changed Smiles
Those dye tablets are a trip, right? The first time I tried them, I looked like I’d lost a battle with a purple marker. But honestly, it was kind of motivating seeing exactly where I was slacking. My gums were super sens...
RE: Swapping string floss for a water jet - worth it?
Totally get where you’re coming from - I’m all about that “mouth carwash” feeling too. I tried going water-only for a while, but my gums started to feel a bit off, like not as tight? My hygienist also spotted some sneaky...
RE: Root canal wasn’t as scary as I thought - pain gone!
That’s so true. The first week after I got my veneers, I kept running my tongue over them and worrying every little thing felt “off.” But now? I don’t even notice. It’s wild how the brain fixates on dental stuff until it...
RE: Getting used to chewing with new dentures - anyone else struggle?
I get what you’re saying, but honestly, for me that worry did fade a lot more than I expected. Maybe it’s just my stubborn streak, but after a few months I started pushing myself to try “problem” foods again (corn on the...
RE: How to make your dental crown last longer (my little trick)
I totally get what you’re saying about custom guards, but honestly, my boil-and-bite has been fine for me so far. Maybe I’m just lucky? My dentist checked mine and said it was doing its job. Guess it depends on how hard ...
RE: Dental crowns: zirconia vs porcelain, which lasts longer?
Same here - my front tooth has a zirconia crown and nobody’s ever noticed unless I point it out. I was worried about that “weird” feeling too, but like your son, I stopped noticing after a week or so. For grinders and ic...
RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks
I hear you on the replacement heads - mine never seem to make it past two months either. I used to think it was just me brushing too aggressively (my dentist once joked I brush like I'm scrubbing grout), but even after e...
RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants
Haha, that sneezing story made me chuckle - I've definitely been there. Reminds me of when I had my implant done; I was so paranoid about sneezing or coughing at the wrong moment that I'd literally pinch my nose shut...w...