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RE: Keeping those stitches clean after a tooth pull—what worked for me

Soup got me too, but for a totally different reason—I kept worrying about tiny bits sneaking into the stitches. I ended up letting it cool way down, b...

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RE: Keeping your mouth healthy after a root canal – what worked for you?

That sensitive toothpaste is a lifesaver, but I swear my anxiety still spikes every time I get a weird twinge near that tooth. I’ve got a water flosse...

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RE: Eating with aligners: taking them out every meal vs. snacking less

This hits home for me. I used to be a constant grazer, but now I’ll stand in front of the fridge and just... overthink it. Like, is it worth all the b...

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RE: Feeling stuck between another root canal or just pulling the tooth?

I totally get that anxious feeling about the price tag. I remember sitting in the dentist’s chair, nodding along as they explained implants, but all I...

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RE: Why is it so hard to get consistent aftercare for a chipped tooth?

I get the stress, but I actually prefer when they want to check up more often. After dealing with braces and a retainer, I’m super paranoid about stuf...

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RE: Does switching to vaping actually help your teeth and gums?

Had the same thought process—figured vaping wouldn’t be great, but maybe less harsh than smoking. Then my orthodontist pointed out how dry mouth can m...

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RE: Keeping your tongue scraper from becoming a science experiment

I totally get where you’re coming from. I’ve always felt a bit overwhelmed by all the gadgets out there—UV boxes, fancy sanitizers, you name it. Every...

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RE: If Your Braces Hurt Like Crazy At Night, What’s Your Go-To Fix?

Yeah, the tortilla chip thing made me laugh—been there with popcorn kernels and even a rogue sesame seed once. I’m with you on the painkillers; I alwa...

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RE: Jaw pain relief: Did you see that new study on splints vs. surgery?

I actually had the opposite reaction to the splint at first—mine made my jaw ache all day, and the clicking freaked me out. My dentist said it was “no...

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RE: Making the switch: how I use my water flosser (and where I still mess up)

I totally get where you’re coming from. I’m constantly worried I’m not doing “enough” for my teeth, especially with braces—like, I’ll literally lie in...

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RE: How soon did you get back to your routine after a tooth pulled?

I kinda get where you’re coming from, but for me, the anxiety actually kept me careful enough to avoid any issues. I was terrified of dry socket, and ...

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RE: Finding silver linings during years in assisted living

That bacon toothpaste story made me laugh, but just thinking about it makes my stomach turn. I’m super picky about toothpaste flavors—mint is already ...

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RE: WHICH WAY DID YOU GO WHEN REPLACING A MISSING TOOTH?

That’s exactly how it went for me too. I was so anxious about the pain and the cost that I almost didn’t go through with it. I ended up choosing a bri...

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RE: Keeping Teeth Clean Without Breaking the Bank: My Cheap Floss Routine

I get so anxious before cleanings too—like, I know I’ve been flossing, but what if they find something anyway? I switched to the bargain floss after m...

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RE: Finding the right dentist for dental implants: my step-by-step approach

The “surprise” charges thing is exactly why I get so anxious before appointments. I’ve had offices try to tack on random stuff too—one time it was a “...

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