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RE: How picky are you about cleaning around your braces or aligners?
Haha, I totally relate to the “winging it” part when I’m out. Sometimes I’ll just swish water and hope for the best. Do you ever get paranoid about your breath after skipping a proper rinse, or is that just me? My aligne...
RE: Keeping dentures fresh when you’re forgetful like me
Losing track of those things is way too easy - my retainer ends up in the weirdest places sometimes. I’ve done the baking soda thing too, and yeah, not a fan of the smell either. I mostly stick with the tablets now becau...
RE: Tricks that helped me chill before my first dentist appointment
Breathing helps me too, especially when I start thinking about the tools and that chair. Did you ever try counting backwards? I do that sometimes, like from 100, and it distracts me just enough. Ever get that weird urge ...
RE: When your favorite water bottle starts to smell funky
I switched to stainless after getting braces, since the plastic bottles kept that weird taste no matter how much I cleaned them. Ever notice how stuff just sticks in those grooves and caps? The metal ones are heavier, bu...
RE: How much did your dental implant + extraction actually cost?
That’s a good point - didn’t realize you could actually haggle until I was knee-deep in bills. Did anyone else get hit with “membrane” charges too? My invoice had a $200 fee for that on top of the bone graft. Feels like ...
RE: How I pack and care for my retainer when traveling - step by step
That’s exactly it - why does something so tiny cause so much anxiety? I’ve definitely done the “pat down” of all my bags before bed just to make sure my case is still there. And I’ve also done the napkin trick way too ma...
RE: Weirdest pain after getting braces tightened - normal or not?
That weird loose tooth thing seriously messes with my head too. Every time I bite into something, I’m convinced a tooth is about to pop out - even though I know it’s just the braces doing their job. The cheekbone pain is...
RE: Toothbrushing Apps vs. DIY Brushing Charts: Which Gets Kids More Excited?
I get where you’re coming from with the “it’s okay if it’s not perfect every time” thing, but I honestly wonder if that mindset can backfire a bit, especially when braces or other orthodontic stuff is involved. Like, I u...
RE: The night before surgery: a choose-your-own-cleanliness adventure
That marshmallow sponge is such a weird little thing, right? I remember the first time I used it, I was like, “No way this fluff is going to get anything clean.” But yeah, being gentle was a whole new concept for me too....
RE: Making the switch: how I use my water flosser (and where I still mess up)
Totally get that anxious feeling - sometimes I feel like if I skip one night, my teeth are doomed. But honestly, does anyone really floss perfectly every single time? My ortho keeps reminding me that missing a day here o...
RE: Weirdest pain after getting braces tightened - normal or not?
Did you ever try switching to cold packs again after a while? I actually found cold worked better for me, especially when the pain was sharp or after a really tough adjustment. Warm compresses felt nice but didn’t really...
RE: Root canal horror stories in the news - should I be worried about picking the right specialist?
I get what you’re saying about the phone vibe not always matching the actual care, but honestly, I kinda rely on those first impressions. If the staff seems annoyed before I even show up, I start doubting how patient the...
RE: Do You Go Gentle or Full Blast With Your Water Flosser?
I totally get what you mean about the “sweet spot.” I have braces right now, and honestly, I started out on low because my gums were pretty sensitive. Over time, I worked up to medium - high just feels too intense for me...
RE: Does mouthwash with alcohol actually work better, or nah?
Totally get what you mean. The dryness was unbearable for me, especially with braces. I switched to a gentle rinse mostly for comfort, but honestly, I didn’t see much change in plaque or tartar. My teeth still felt clean...