Totally agree about the sneaky grains—rice was my nemesis after getting braces tightened. I thought it would be soft enough, but nope, spent ages tryi...
I get your point, but honestly, even if dental offices were more relatable, teens would still probably find DIY hacks tempting. Remember the cinnamon ...
I've had braces for about a year now, and my gums definitely got more sensitive after adjustments. Saltwater rinses helped a bit, but yeah, they can s...
Definitely a good idea to bring someone along. I remember feeling pretty overwhelmed during my first few ortho appointments, and having my sister ther...
I've actually tried baking soda a few times, and yeah, it definitely works in a pinch. But does anyone else find it a bit harsh on the gums if you use...
I remember feeling exactly like this after my wisdom teeth came out. I had all four removed at once, and honestly, it took me a good two weeks before ...
Did anyone else find that crunchy foods felt super weird at first? I remember being hyped to finally munch on popcorn again, but the texture was just....
Interesting perspective, and I totally get why a structured follow-up schedule helps ease anxiety. But honestly, does everyone really need such freque...
I've noticed the discoloration thing too, especially when I was soaking mine in warmer water. Maybe it's something about the heat opening up tiny pore...
Interesting you mention the temp issue—I usually soak mine in warm water (habit from when I first got it), and honestly haven't noticed any gummy text...
Haha, that's exactly what I thought at first. We ended up going around 14 months, mostly because I kept procrastinating and figured a few baby teeth c...
You're definitely not alone about the Bluetooth and apps being overkill. Honestly, who really wants to mess around with their phone while brushing the...
Haha, corn on the cob was good, but honestly, biting into a whole apple without slicing it up first was my personal moment of freedom. I'd missed that...
I totally get feeling weird about grilling receptionists, haha... but honestly, it's pretty normal. When I was looking around for my orthodontist, I d...
Cottage cheese with honey actually sounds decent, might have to try that next time. Did you find smoothies filling enough though? I remember feeling h...