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RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?

That’s such a good point about peace of mind. I know people always harp on “save money by paying upfront,” but sometimes life just has other plans. I ...

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RE: Sugar overload and your teeth: a bittersweet truth

That apple after braces—totally get it. It’s wild how something as simple as biting into fruit can feel like a little victory. Sugar sneaking in is a ...

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

I totally relate to the cordless struggle. I went through a similar thing when I first got braces as an adult (talk about awkward timing...). At first...

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

Totally relate to the countertop water mess—felt like I needed a mop after every floss session. But honestly, once I got used to angling it right, cle...

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

I've actually found the opposite—I started with cordless but switched to countertop and haven't looked back. Cordless was convenient, sure, but I got ...

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RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants

Totally agree here, subtle inflammation can really drag things out longer than you'd expect. Had a friend who went through something similar—kept thin...

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RE: WISDOM TEETH OUT—HOW LONG DID IT TAKE YOU TO FEEL NORMAL AGAIN?

Funny you mention rice—I had a similar showdown with quinoa...those tiny grains got everywhere, and rinsing them out was NOT fun. I actually found smo...

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RE: tips for healing after mouth biopsy?

Glad to hear the saltwater rinse helped you out. I remember after my own biopsy, I was pretty hesitant too—just the thought of salt on a fresh wound m...

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RE: my dental implants still feel amazing after 8 years—here's what worked for me

I get the appeal of interdental brushes, but tbh, I've found they can wear down quickly too—especially if you're thorough or have tight spaces. Might ...

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RE: finally brace-free—how would you mark the occasion?

Our dentist was pretty clear about waiting at least a month or two before starting any whitening treatments. She explained that after braces come off,...

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RE: My Dentist Said My Toothbrush Is From the Stone Age

I was skeptical about electric brushes at first too, but honestly, switching to Sonicare was one of the best decisions I've made for my teeth. The vib...

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RE: Dental Dilemma: Fixed Dentures or Individual Implants?

That's a really good point about maintenance. I've seen similar experiences with people who chose the All-on-4 option—they love the quick results at f...

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