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RE: Electric vs manual toothbrushes for kids—what's actually easier?

Honestly, I’ve wondered the same thing. My daughter seemed to zone out and rush more with the electric than when she had to actually move the brush he...

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RE: That first week after wisdom teeth removal… did anyone else swear by ice packs?

I get what you’re saying, but honestly, I just used a cheap bag of frozen peas wrapped in a towel. Worked fine for me, and way cheaper than those fanc...

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RE: KIDS' TOOTHBRUSHES: ELECTRIC VS MANUAL—WHAT'S WORKING FOR YOUR FAMILY?

Honestly, I’ve wondered the same thing about electric brushes. My daughter hated the buzzing at first, but after a week she got used to it—and the tim...

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RE: The day my tongue cleaner became a secret weapon

Copper’s way cheaper too, right? That’s honestly why I stuck with it. The aftertaste is a bit weird, but I just rinse with water and it’s gone. Silico...

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RE: Did you know medieval adults wore braces too (sort of)?

I totally agree with this. I’m all for using apps if they help catch something early, but sometimes I wonder if they just make me more paranoid. Like,...

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RE: Stuff I never thought to ask my dentist (but probably should)

Totally get this. I used to think, “Eh, it’s just a twinge, how bad can it get?” Fast forward a few months and I’m sitting there with a giant bill for...

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RE: That weird mix of nerves and excitement before getting your braces off

Honestly, I was dying for popcorn too, but after seeing how much I’d spent, I got super paranoid about cracking a tooth or messing up my retainer. Did...

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RE: Tips for keeping sane after getting a dry socket

Clove oil is kind of a mixed bag, honestly. I tried it when I had my wisdom teeth out last year because I didn’t want to shell out for more meds, but ...

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RE: Turns out cartoons at the dentist actually help kids chill out

I totally get what you mean about needing to hear everything. I’ve tried the TV thing at the dentist, but honestly, I got anxious about missing instru...

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RE: Consistent cleanings: worth the hassle?

Honestly, I get where you’re coming from. I was super careful too—like, brushing after every meal and using a water flosser because honestly, those th...

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RE: Quick fix for brighter teeth—baking soda vs activated charcoal?

I totally get the temptation to try these “miracle” fixes, especially when whitening strips and dentist visits add up fast. Charcoal powder looked che...

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RE: Swapping string floss for a water jet—worth it?

Honestly, I get that. I tried one of those water flossers because everyone kept saying they were “life-changing,” but the price tag made me hesitate. ...

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RE: Mouthwash vs. saltwater rinse after root canal—what worked better for you?

I totally get what you mean about wanting that super clean feeling after dental work. Mouthwash definitely gives you that tingle, but honestly, I stuc...

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RE: Hypothetically, if you tried extracting some herbal stuff at home—like oils or tinctures—and it went kinda wrong (maybe too strong or weird smell or something), how would you fix it?

I've tried the orange peel trick before, and honestly, it mostly just masked the smell temporarily for me. It didn't really neutralize anything long-t...

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RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants

Interesting you mention almond milk smoothies—sounds tasty but doesn't that get pricey after a while? When I had my wisdom teeth out, I stuck to homem...

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