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RE: Electric Toothbrushes vs. Manual for Kids: Which Actually Works Better?

Does anyone actually have data on whether electric toothbrushes get kids to brush longer? I’ve read mixed things. My nephew is five and honestly, he j...

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RE: Making brushing fun: What silly games keep your kids interested?

That’s an interesting angle. I’ve noticed the same thing you mentioned—. I totally get the temptation to offer rewards, especially on tough mornings, ...

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RE: Scraping my tongue: is it worth splurging on a fancy one?

I’ve wondered about this too, especially with all the hype around copper vs. stainless steel. I tried a cheapo plastic one and then switched to a mid-...

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RE: How people are handling tooth trauma pain lately

I hear you on the kits—tried one when my molar cracked, and honestly, I spent more time worrying about whether I’d trapped bacteria under the putty th...

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RE: Braces for buck teeth vs deep bite: did you know there’s a difference?

That’s interesting—my experience was kind of the opposite. I’ve got a big overjet, so my top front teeth stick out, and honestly, it’s my upper lip th...

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RE: Best way to get the most out of fluoride: paste or rinse first?

That’s interesting about the sensitivity—I’ve been wondering if not rinsing would actually make a difference for me too. I’ve always rinsed after brus...

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RE: Dealing with a little dental dread in my house

Skipped a cleaning once thinking I could just double down on flossing and mouthwash for a while—ended up with a cracked filling that cost way more tha...

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RE: How Long Did It Take You To Feel Normal After Root Tip Surgery?

Same here—honestly, I was almost afraid to eat anything solid for a week. I kept wondering if I was being too careful or not careful enough. Did anyon...

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RE: Whitening strips vs. sensitive toothpaste for tricky stains?

That’s interesting—my dentist mentioned the same thing about strips not really making a dramatic difference, especially with coffee stains. I’ve been ...

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RE: Whitening strips vs. sensitive toothpaste for tricky stains?

I’ve actually tried a couple of those “whitening” sensitive toothpastes, and honestly, I didn’t notice much change in the color. They definitely help ...

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RE: Weighing monthly payment plans vs. upfront discounts for kids’ braces

Has anyone ever had a surprise medical bill pop up right after paying a big lump sum like that? I get the relief of not having a monthly payment, but ...

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RE: Tongue Scrapers: Yay, Nay, or Meh?

I’ve wondered about this too. I started using a tongue scraper last year after reading about it online, but honestly, I can’t say my dentist ever ment...

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RE: Dodging disaster: a story of the almost-wrong implant

That “domino effect” thing made me anxious too—honestly, it felt like a scare tactic more than actual help. Did your dentist explain how long it usual...

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RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks

Yeah, totally agree with this. My dad struggled with arthritis in his hands, and we tried an electric brush first—he hated the vibration. Ended up goi...

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