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RE: Root canal wasn’t as scary as I thought—pain gone!

I get wanting to play it safe, but honestly, after a couple months with my crown, I just went back to eating like normal. Maybe I’m reckless, but I’ve...

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RE: Best ways to deal with that "just pulled a tooth" feeling?

That taste is like licking a penny and a science lab at the same time—totally get it. The tilt-and-roll rinse made me feel like I was doing some weird...

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RE: Do bridges ever actually feel “normal” in your mouth?

Totally relate to the “guest who overstayed” vibe. Mine felt like a weird Lego piece jammed in there for months. I still get those random moments wher...

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RE: Do bridges ever actually feel “normal” in your mouth?

Man, I totally get that. It’s like your tongue has a sixth sense for bridge detection. My son’s never actually complained about food getting stuck, bu...

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RE: Getting my bite fixed with metal in my mouth—worth it?

That “slow progress” vibe is basically the orthodontic anthem, right? My jaw didn’t just click—it sounded like popcorn. I used to joke that I could st...

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RE: Tricks to get kids excited about brushing teeth

Mirror brushing is a game-changer, right? My niece used to treat toothbrushes like they were torture devices, but once we started brushing together an...

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RE: Dental crowns: zirconia vs porcelain, which lasts longer?

Totally get what you're saying about porcelain feeling more natural... zirconia can sometimes feel a bit like having a tiny rock in your mouth, lol. B...

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RE: Teeth slightly crooked and it's driving me nuts

Wax was helpful for us too, but honestly, my son hated how fiddly it was—especially when he had to reapply it at school. We ended up trying silicone b...

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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

Haha, been there—cold water shock is no joke. Lukewarm definitely helps ease sensitivity. Ever tried a fluoride rinse afterward? It saved me after my ...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

I get what you're saying, but honestly, I've had pretty decent luck with the mid-range boil-and-bite ones. Trick is to follow the instructions careful...

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RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally

Yeah, totally agree with this. Last time I got mine done, the dentist used a milder gel and did shorter sessions—way less sensitivity afterward. Somet...

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RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally

Oof, ice cream right after whitening? That's some bravery right there... or maybe just madness, lol. I usually stick to room-temp stuff for a day or t...

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RE: HOW OFTEN DO YOU GO BACK AFTER TREATMENT?

Haha, couldn't have said it better myself. I was pretty chill about follow-ups at first—thought retainers were like a "set it and forget it" kinda dea...

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RE: My dentist convinced me to switch to electric—now I'm lost in toothbrush land

Haha, I felt this on a spiritual level. When I first switched to electric, I swear I spent the first week flinching every time the brush touched my te...

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RE: Surviving gum surgery: ice packs are my new best friend

Frozen peas are a classic move, but I upgraded to frozen corn—feels fancier somehow, lol. Seriously though, you're spot on about taking it slow. Day 3...

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