That’s true, but honestly, I’ve had more issues with digital scans than the old-school putty. My last scan ended up needing a redo because of “scan ar...

- Agree with a lot of this—remembering the removable retainer is definitely a hurdle at first. - One thing I’ve noticed: some kids (and adults, honest...

- That “off” feeling after dental work is way more common than people realize. Even a millimeter shift can make your whole mouth feel like it’s not yo...

- I’ve asked a few dentists over the years (my kids are serial wigglers), and every single one has given a pretty big “nope” to the doorknob or “strin...

- Salt water rinses were a lifesaver for me too, especially in the first week when everything felt raw. I found if I warmed it up a bit, it was way mo...

- Totally get where you're coming from—dental guilt is real. - Smart brushes and apps can be helpful if you like data, but honestly, they’re not mag...

- I get the frustration with eco floss snapping—been there, and it’s not fun mid-floss. - That said, I’ve had better luck with silk-based floss (lik...