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RE: Reline or replace: what should the quote include?
One extra detail to put in the quote is whether the reline is expected to preserve the existing bite and jaw relationship. If the new fit changes where the teeth meet, it may need bite adjustment, and a reline might not ...
RE: Ice or gauze for a knocked-out tooth - what’s your go-to?
I get super anxious just thinking about teeth getting knocked out, honestly. When my sister chipped her front tooth, I just froze - couldn’t remember a single thing from those first aid posters. I always go for gauze too...
RE: Tooth brushing tricks that actually worked for my stubborn kid
I get anxious about that too. Even though the label says “sugar free,” I still wonder if all those flavors actually clean as well as mint. My ortho said the flavor doesn’t matter, but I still stick to the boring ones jus...
RE: Surprising Ways To Brighten Your Smile Without The Ouch Factor
Yeah, I had the same problem with strips - my teeth felt weirdly tingly for days and I got super paranoid about it. I do drink a lot of tea, though, so I guess that’s probably not helping... I tried switching to a sensit...
RE: Braces for buck teeth vs deep bites: did you know they're not the same thing?
I’ve wondered about the secret menu thing too. When I got my braces, I thought I’d get those rubber bands like everyone else, but my ortho gave me these plastic bite blocks instead. They made eating feel so weird at firs...
RE: Did you know even a tiny shift in your teeth can mess with your confidence?
That’s exactly it. I never realized how much I depended on my bite feeling “right” until it didn’t. After my braces came off, my retainer felt like it belonged to someone else. It was such a weird, unsettling feeling - l...
RE: Laughing gas saved my sanity during my root canal
Nitrous is the only way I get through my ortho appointments without freaking out, honestly. I’d probably see the dentist way sooner if it didn’t cost so much, but even then, the anxiety’s still there no matter what. Has ...
RE: Dealing with kids’ chipped teeth - what actually works?
When my kid chipped his front tooth (slipped on the stairs - classic), the dentist said it was “no big deal” since it was just a little chip and not causing pain or sensitivity. Still, I kept worrying something might get...
RE: Weird tricks that actually helped my tooth after a root canal
Yeah, my jaw was super stiff after mine too - like, I couldn’t open fully for a week. I kept worrying it was something serious, but apparently it’s just from keeping your mouth open so long. I tried gentle jaw stretches ...
RE: Toothbrushing Apps vs. DIY Brushing Charts: Which Gets Kids More Excited?
Honestly, I get anxious about keeping up with routines, so I totally get the struggle. My niece lost interest in both apps and charts pretty fast. Has anyone tried just brushing together as a family? I wonder if making i...
RE: Does switching to vaping actually help your teeth and gums?
Honestly, I’m not convinced vaping helps that much with gum stuff either. I switched while I had braces, thinking it’d be better than smoking, but my gums still got sore and puffy sometimes. Dry mouth made my aligners fe...
RE: How Do You Deal With Wisdom Tooth Pain - DIY Tricks or Straight to the Dentist?
Tried the numbing gels a couple times when my wisdom teeth were acting up. They helped for maybe an hour, tops, but honestly the relief was pretty weak - felt more like a distraction than anything else. I kept hoping it ...
RE: Anyone dealt with wobbly teeth? What worked for you?
Yeah, I get that stress big time. Ever since I started with braces, any looseness freaks me out. My ortho said some movement is normal, but I still overthink every little wiggle. I try not to poke at anything either - le...
RE: Swollen gums after getting braces - normal or not?
I get that swelling’s supposed to be normal, but honestly, mine felt way more than just “adjusting.” I tried the salt water thing and switched to a super soft brush, but my gums still looked puffy after a month. It made ...
RE: Dealing with a little dental dread in my house
Yeah, I’ve been to one of those places (for braces, not as a little kid, but still). They had cartoons playing above me and honestly... it helped a bit? Like, I was still super tense but at least my brain had something e...