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RE: Making recovery from jaw surgery less miserable—what actually helped?

That’s so real. I remember thinking the cold would be the magic fix for everything, but after a while it just made my face feel numb and weirdly tight...

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RE: Kicking the thumb habit—anyone else see their kid’s teeth straighten out?

Man, I totally get where you’re coming from. My daughter sucked her thumb until she was almost seven, and I kept hoping it would just resolve on its o...

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RE: Plastic or wire? Something weird I learned about retainers

Totally get where you’re coming from—those wires made me anxious too, but not having to keep track of plastic trays was a big relief. Honestly, I used...

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RE: Finding the right dentist for dental implants: my step-by-step approach

The aftercare instructions really do seem to depend on who you ask—I got totally different advice from two different dentists. I ended up sticking wit...

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RE: Which Feels Better: Custom Vs. Boil-And-Bite Mouthguards?

Totally get what you mean about the bulkiness— That’s exactly how I’d describe it too. The custom ones are just in a different league comfort-wise. Mi...

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RE: Weird sensations after getting braces off—how to make it less awkward?

Totally agree with this. I tried being super cautious at first, but honestly, it just made me hyper-aware of every single twinge. When I finally bit i...

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RE: What if you woke up with dragon breath every day?

Dragon breath is my morning nemesis too, so I feel you. I used to think those UV boxes were just another gimmick, but after a couple of late-night sna...

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RE: Did you know babies can get cavities before their first birthday?

Right? I nearly choked when I saw the bill for my daughter’s first filling. I’ve been there with the guilt, too—my kiddo got sealants on her molars af...

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RE: Why my dentist swears by electric toothbrushes (and now maybe I do too?)

That brings back memories. I had braces twice (don’t ask), and honestly, flossing was the worst part. I swear the only thing that got me through was s...

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

Toast was my weakness too, but I waited until things felt less raw—honestly, I was terrified of crumbs getting stuck. I did the saltwater rinses relig...

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RE: Did you know your gums can regrow (sort of)?

It really is wild how much dental stuff can cost—my last deep cleaning was basically a mini vacation I didn’t get to go on. I totally get the feeling ...

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RE: Mouthwash vs. saltwater rinse after root canal—what worked better for you?

Totally agree about the lukewarm saltwater—honestly, I started microwaving mine for a few seconds just to avoid that cold shock on my teeth. Mouthwash...

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RE: Getting my bite fixed with metal in my mouth—worth it?

That “metal smile” thing totally threw me off at first too. I kept thinking everyone was staring, but honestly, most people barely notice. I get the a...

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RE: GUM ISSUES SUCK—HERE'S SOMETHING THAT HELPED ME

Totally agree about the cordless ones being a lifesaver—especially if your bathroom is tiny like mine. I switched to lukewarm water after a few icy sh...

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

I've used both types too, and honestly, I think the countertop's stronger pressure is a bit overrated. Sure, it's powerful, but I've found that consis...

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