Dental care discussions and local services.
michelleg59
Discussion activity
Topics and replies this member has contributed.
RE: Struggling With Kicking the Nighttime Bottle - Is It Really That Bad for Teeth?
This is one of those things that drives me a little nuts, honestly. I’ve seen families who are super laid back about brushing and their kids’ teeth look perfect, while others do everything “by the book” and still end up ...
RE: What surprised me about reshaping your gums
Mashed potatoes and applesauce - total classics. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve recommended those after a gum procedure. But here’s the thing that always gets me: people think “soft food diet” means you have to b...
RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks
I get what you mean about the price - my dad had the same hesitation. He always used a manual brush and thought, “Why fix what isn’t broken?” But after a wrist injury, brushing got tough for him, so I convinced him to tr...
RE: Dental crowns: zirconia vs porcelain, which lasts longer?
That cold sensation is the worst, I totally get it. Mine lasted a few months, then pretty much faded away. About the color - - I’ve had that happen too. You’re not being picky. Lighting makes a surprising difference, an...
RE: FREAKING OUT ABOUT TOOTH EXTRACTION - ANY TIPS TO CALM NERVES?
That’s really interesting - some folks want every detail, others get overwhelmed. I’ve seen patients bring headphones and play meditation tracks or just music during extractions, and honestly, it seems to help a lot of t...
RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants
Yeah, I've had a few patients mention switching to pea protein after implants because dairy made them feel bloated and sluggish. Seems like it worked pretty well for them...might be worth giving it a shot?
RE: Braces for underbite taking forever and a day
Haha, totally get this. Had a patient once who joked that after jaw surgery, he could write a cookbook titled "101 Ways to Blend Chicken." Your frozen fruit tip is spot-on though - makes smoothies way easier. Did you eve...
RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants
Haha, the sneezing struggle is real. I had a patient tell me once he tried to suppress a sneeze during a meeting and ended up making this bizarre squeaky noise instead - he said his boss looked genuinely concerned. Scram...
RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants
Haha, your dental hygiene ninja imagery cracked me up - reminds me of a patient I had who practically showed up with a utility belt full of dental tools. He was so prepared, but ended up just needing some gentle saltwate...
RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants
My brother described something similar after his implant - he called it "little electric jolts." Funny how nerves can react differently for everyone. His settled down after about three weeks, but every now and then he'd ...
RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?
Haha, I feel your pain there. I've had patients come in with some wild retainer-loss stories - one kid's dog literally ate it (no joke), and another patient accidentally baked hers into a cake. Paying upfront definitely ...
RE: my dental implants still feel amazing after 8 years - here's what worked for me
Totally get where you're coming from with the sedation worries. I used to feel exactly the same way - like, what if I say something embarrassing or drool all over myself? 😂 But honestly, from what I've seen, most...
RE: Getting ready for oral surgery - my game plan
Totally relate to this. After my wisdom teeth came out, I thought I'd be smart and stock up on ice cream...big mistake. Cold sensitivity was no joke. Ended up making room-temp oatmeal smoothies with cinnamon, honey, and ...
RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally
Haha, I can totally relate to this! I remember one patient telling me they had to wrap their scarf around their mouth every time they stepped outside after whitening because the cold air was just too much. Honestly, sens...