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RE: Electric vs. manual toothbrushes for kids - what’s actually better?
- Tried both with my kid. Manual was a battle - lots of whining, sometimes even tears. - Electric brush made it more fun for a while, like you said: Same here. - Swapping toothpaste flavors actually worked longer fo...
RE: Would you get that protective coating for your kid’s molars?
- Totally get it, those prices are wild. - I skipped sealants too - figured if my kid brushes well, it’s probably good enough? - Haven’t had any issues yet. - Honestly, the idea of something chipping off their teet...
RE: Keeping dentures fresh when you’re forgetful like me
- That film drives me nuts too, no matter what I try. - I’ve noticed the tablets work better if I use warmer water, but not hot. - My dentist also warned me about vinegar - said it could rough up the surface over time. -...
RE: Braces in your 30s: did you know teeth can move for life?
- Same here, just started with a retainer and every little twinge freaks me out. - Didn’t realize I was doing this until my dentist pointed it out. Stress really messes with your jaw. - Nightguard looks weird but honest...
RE: Tricks for feeling good about a “toothy” smile?
- Definitely get what you mean about noticing flaws more in photos. I used to fixate on this one snaggletooth in every group pic. - Weirdly, when I started using whitening strips, it made me feel better - not because my ...
RE: Getting my 4-year-old to stop sucking her thumb... help?
- My little guy was a thumb sucker too, right around that age. We tried the reward chart thing, but honestly, it didn’t really stick for us. He just kind of lost interest in the stickers after a week. - I totally get t...
RE: Which is easier: healing from a simple extraction or a surgical one?
- Totally agree, surgical extractions were way harder for me too. - My wisdom tooth was impacted, so they had to cut it out. Swelling was insane, couldn’t chew for days. - Insurance covered more, but the recovery was rou...
RE: Saw a news piece about more adults getting braces - what’s it really like?
- Totally relate to this: - I keep hoping it’ll get easier, but honestly, I’m still battling the same spots every night. - Some days I win, some days I lose...but at least we’re trying, right? - Guess it’s just part of ...
RE: Saw a story about sinus lifts getting more common - anyone else nervous?
- Had a balloon lift suggested but haven’t gone through with it yet. - Didn’t know about the straw thing - does that mess with the healing or pressure or something? - Allergies + no nose blowing sounds brutal, honestly. ...
RE: Coping With That Annoying Dry Socket Pain After Tooth Extraction
- Not sure I totally agree with banning all crunchy snacks. My dentist just said to avoid the extraction side, not everything crunchy. - - We just cut stuff into smaller pieces and chewed on the other side. Worked f...
RE: How much is too much when it comes to fluoride rinse?
- Totally get the dentist guilt trips - been there. - We miss a night now and then too, especially after late nights. - I figure as long as brushing is happening most days, it’s not a disaster. - My kid also hates ...
RE: Little things that helped me get through my braces timeline
- Totally get what you mean about the “flood.” First time I used a water flosser, I ended up cleaning the mirror more than my teeth. - Kinda reassuring to hear that even with all the gadgets, old-school brushing and fl...
RE: Finally stopped my teeth from wiggling - here’s what worked for me
- My night guard also ends up under my pillow or on the floor, honestly no clue how it gets there half the time. - Tried skipping coffee after 2pm for a month. Didn’t notice much difference with grinding - still woke up ...
RE: Finally stopped my teeth from wiggling - here’s what worked for me
- Totally get the jaw paranoia. - My bite felt off for like a week, kept thinking I’d messed it up just by chewing gum. - Didn’t expect my earaches to disappear after the adjustment, but they did... weird how it’s al...