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RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?
Yeah, most patients I've worked with say it does ease up after a while. Your teeth are basically adjusting to the braces and shifting around, so sensitivity is pretty common at first. I remember one patient telling me sh...
RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?
Totally agree about the whitening strips - seen plenty of patients who've had great results overnight. But yeah, leaving them on too long is no joke. Had a patient once who fell asleep binge-watching Netflix with one on....
RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?
I've noticed the same thing about soaking times. When I used denture cleaner, anything over 10 mins made my guard feel strangely slimy afterward. Now I just stick with mild soap - less hassle and no weird residue. Maybe ...
RE: Teeth slightly crooked and it's driving me nuts
Haha, totally relate to the spinach-in-braces scenario - been there myself back in the day. Aligners definitely have their perks, but honestly, I've had patients confess some pretty funny aligner mishaps too. Like one gu...
RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants
Yeah, that's pretty much spot-on. I've seen patients have these random soreness flare-ups around the second week too - it's kinda like your body's way of double-checking the healing process. Weird, but totally normal fro...
RE: fluoride in toothpaste - do you worry about it?
I've actually chatted with colleagues about this before. There is some evidence out there suggesting kids' enamel is indeed thinner and softer, making them more prone to cavities and sensitivity - especially when they're...
RE: Surviving gum surgery: ice packs are my new best friend
Gel packs are usually great, but honestly, I found them a bit too stiff and uncomfortable against my jaw after surgery. Weirdly enough, I ended up using frozen corn instead of peas - smaller kernels seemed to mold better...
RE: How soon is too soon for baby's first dentist trip?
Yeah, I was skeptical about fluoride at first too, but honestly, I've seen toddlers come in with cavities already forming... it's surprising how quickly it can happen. Early fluoride use really does seem to make a differ...