I've heard similar stories about aligners getting tossed accidentally—seems like it's pretty common. I'm curious though, aside from the occasional mis...
Interesting experience, hadn't thought toothpaste could damage aligners like that. I've been told by my dentist that toothpaste is usually too abrasiv...
I've wondered about baking soda myself—I've heard mixed things from dentists. Some say it's fine occasionally, but others warn it can wear down enamel...
I've been wondering about this myself lately—does anyone know if grinding can lead to long-term issues like TMJ disorders or chronic migraines? My den...
Interesting point about rice pudding—I hadn't considered it problematic given its soft texture. Do you think the issue arises more from the grain size...
I can definitely relate to this. A while back, I had a similar experience with veneers. I went into the procedure expecting a subtle improvement, but ...
Interesting perspective, though I'm wondering if maybe following the instructions too rigidly could actually make things feel worse at first? I've hea...
That's interesting about the toothpaste switch—I hadn't considered that angle yet. Saltwater rinses help me temporarily, but the relief doesn't last v...
I had a similar experience after my dental implant surgery. Initially, heat felt soothing, but my oral surgeon advised against it early on because it ...
I've been wondering about this myself lately. A few months ago, I started noticing my teeth feeling a bit more sensitive, especially when drinking col...
I've been wondering about the peroxide thing myself...does anyone know if regular soaking actually shortens the lifespan of the mouthguard material? I...
Haha, glad I'm not the only one who found peppermint a bit too intense—lesson definitely learned! I've been curious about aloe vera rinses, though. Do...
I see your point, but dentists probably don't mention clove oil often because it's more of a temporary fix than a long-term solution. Eugenol does num...
Interesting to hear your experience—I hadn't considered the dental school option before. Out of curiosity, did you feel confident in the student's abi...