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

I've had a countertop model for years, and honestly, the bulkiness isn't as bad as you'd think. At first, it felt like it took up half my bathroom cou...

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RE: Unexpected toothpaste hacks that actually work

Yeah, I've seen this happen before too. Toothpaste is mildly abrasive, so it can definitely mess with coatings or softer materials. It's great for sil...

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RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros

Been there myself, sadly lost a nice blouse to undiluted cleaner once... still stings a bit, haha. Spot testing is definitely key. Also found that gen...

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RE: Unexpected toothpaste hacks that actually work

That's a pretty good tip, actually. I totally get the issue with waiting 30 mins—life just doesn't always cooperate with dental guidelines, does it? I...

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RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?

Haha, you're spot on about the charcoal toothpaste mess—my sink looked like a crime scene the first time I tried it. Honestly, after years of trying a...

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RE: ever had to rush your kid to the dentist unexpectedly?

I totally get why you're second-guessing yourself—it's always tough making those quick decisions, especially when your kid's hurting. But honestly, fr...

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RE: my dentist warned me vaping could mess up my smile, but I didn't think much of it until yesterday.

Totally agree, dry mouth can sneak up on you. I've dealt with it myself and found sipping water regularly helps a ton. Sugar-free gum is great too—kee...

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RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants

Haha, the Google rabbit hole after dental procedures is way too real. I remember after my implant surgery, I spent hours reading horror stories online...

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RE: How soon is too soon for baby's first dentist trip?

Totally agree that personality matters a lot. My grandkids were all over the map with dentist visits—one started at 10 months and screamed every time ...

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RE: ever had to rush your kid to the dentist unexpectedly?

We've had our fair share of bracket mishaps over the years, and honestly, it's not always about luck or being careful. My daughter had braces for near...

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RE: metal mouth maintenance: what's your cleaning style?

Totally get where you're coming from—sometimes practicality beats perfection. I've found the water flosser easier on my gums too, especially with olde...

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RE: my dentist warned me vaping could mess up my smile, but I didn't think much of it until yesterday.

I went through something similar when I quit smoking a few years back. Not vaping exactly, but close enough that the symptoms sound familiar. My mouth...

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RE: metal mouth maintenance: what's your cleaning style?

Those little brushes really are lifesavers. I remember trying to discreetly fish out spinach bits during dinner with friends... not my finest moment, ...

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RE: Surviving the Liquid Food Life After Jaw Surgery

Haha, yep, chia seeds can be sneaky like that. Reminds me of when I tried spinach smoothies post-surgery—thought they'd blend smoothly, but nope... en...

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RE: fluoride in toothpaste—do you worry about it?

I've honestly never worried much about fluoride. Been using regular fluoride toothpaste for decades, and my dentist always says my teeth are in great ...

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