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RE: Keeping that post-root canal cheek puff under control
Totally get where you’re coming from - my skin’s super sensitive too, and I’ve had the same “numb in a bad way” feeling after putting frozen peas straight on my face. I tried wrapping them in a thin kitchen towel last ti...
RE: Braces for kids: worth it or just a cosmetic thing?
Totally get what you mean about confidence. My daughter’s teeth weren’t super crooked, but she was really shy about her smile. We did braces partly for health reasons - her bite was a bit off - but honestly, the boost to...
RE: Keeping those stitches clean after a tooth pull - what worked for me
I totally get the weird taste thing - mine was like metallic and just... yuck. I did gentle salt water rinses too, but I actually used one of those tiny syringe things my dentist gave me to flush out food bits after a co...
RE: Thinking about replacing a missing tooth - what should I expect?
That’s super relatable. I thought implants sounded like something only celebrities did, but after my front tooth cracked (ice skating accident - don’t ask), my dentist talked me through both options. I ended up with a br...
RE: Keeping your mouth clean after dental work: new study says we might be overdoing it?
Totally relate to that urge to over-clean - when I got my veneers, I was so paranoid about messing them up that I carried a travel toothbrush everywhere. My dentist actually said too much scrubbing could wear down the en...
RE: Wax vs. mouth rinses for braces-induced mouth ulcers - what actually works better?
Honestly, I used to be all about wax when I first got braces. I’d slap it on every bracket and hope for the best - felt like I was building a little fortress in my mouth. It definitely made eating less of a nightmare, bu...
RE: GETTING RID OF STAINED TEETH: WHAT ACTUALLY WORKS?
Funny you mention the blue-tinted pastes - my partner swears by them for photos, but I can’t get past the idea that it’s just a temporary fix. I actually had better luck with those old-school baking soda toothpastes. Not...
RE: Saw a story about sinus lifts getting more common - anyone else nervous?
Funny, I actually found the pressure way more distracting than the swelling. I kept thinking it’d hurt, but it was mostly just this odd fullness in my cheek. I did wish there were more options, though - sinus lifts seem ...
RE: How Has Getting Braces as an Adult Worked Out for You?
I totally get what you mean about floss threaders - those things are a lifesaver after anything saucy. I still struggle with popcorn, though... no matter how quick I am, it finds a way to hide. Has anyone found a trick f...
RE: Chewing Gum That Actually Works For Gross Breath?
I totally relate to that plasticky texture - Spry never did it for me either. Tried it back when I was obsessing over keeping my teeth extra clean, but it just felt like chewing on a toy after a few minutes. Listerine st...
RE: EASY CLEAN TEETH WITH BRACES: WHAT IF FLOSSING WASN'T AN OPTION?
I totally relate - when I had braces, I felt like half my snack just hid out behind the wires no matter what I did. I actually started using those tiny interdental brushes after dinner, and while they were fiddly at firs...
RE: Dealing with those sneaky in-between tooth cavities
I totally relate - first time I used a water flosser, I accidentally hosed down my mirror and half the counter. Honestly though, after a few tries, it got way less chaotic. It’s not just you! Those little brushes are tri...
RE: Keeping Teeth Clean Without Breaking the Bank: My Cheap Floss Routine
Honestly, I relate way too much to the “floss magician” thing. My youngest used to act like flossing was some kind of medieval torture device - she’d hide the fancy stuff under her pillow or, once, stuffed it in an old s...
RE: Finding the right dentist for dental implants: my step-by-step approach
That’s interesting, because I actually had a different experience when I went in for veneers. My dentist walked me through every single line on the estimate, even the weird-sounding ones. Maybe it depends on the office? ...