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RE: Weirdest pain after getting braces tightened—normal or not?

Totally get what you mean—my front teeth always felt like they were humming after each adjustment. I swear, even eating soup was a challenge some days...

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RE: Little tricks that helped me recover after gum surgery

Totally agree about the saltwater rinses—they’re a classic. But honestly, I couldn’t justify buying those fancy gel packs when a bag of frozen peas wr...

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RE: Chewing Gum That Actually Works For Gross Breath?

Haha, I hear you on the wallet needing braces too—those prices for “special” gum are wild. I got sucked into the hype at first, thinking it’d be worth...

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RE: Keeping kids’ braces clean—what actually works?

Honestly, I’ve gone back and forth on this. Tried a water flosser for my daughter—she was excited at first, but after a couple weeks it just sat there...

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RE: Little things that made getting veneers way easier

Couldn’t agree more about the frozen veggies over those pricey gel packs. I bought one of those “specially designed” ice wraps and honestly, it was a ...

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RE: How soon do you notice bleeding gums?

I get the urge for that squeaky clean vibe, but honestly, I started questioning whether it’s even worth it—especially after my gums bled for a week st...

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RE: WOULD YOU NOTICE IF SOMETHING FELT "OFF" IN YOUR MOUTH?

I get where you’re coming from—every weird twinge in my mouth sends me into a mini panic, but then I remember how expensive dental work is and try to ...

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RE: How Often Do You Get Fluoride at the Dentist?

Yeah, I hear you on the insurance thing—ours barely covers the basics, so I really have to think about every extra. I used to skip the fluoride becaus...

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RE: Did anyone else sound totally different after jaw surgery?

That really hits home. I used to think “getting back to normal” was the only goal, but after my jaw surgery, I realized my new “normal” just looked a ...

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RE: New pain relief options after root tip surgery—anyone else see this?

Couldn’t agree more—sometimes it feels like the pricier “innovations” are just a way to make us spend more. Same here. Saltwater rinse is cheap, easy...

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

I totally get the urge for a “quick fix,” but honestly, I’ve tried both baking soda and charcoal, and neither really gave me dramatic results. Like yo...

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RE: Surviving morning breath: tales from the smoker’s toothbrush

Honestly, I totally get that. I’m always hunting for the cheapest way to keep my mouth feeling fresh, and even with a metal scraper, it’s just one mor...

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RE: Where do you go first in a dental crisis—ER, urgent care, or straight to your dentist?

Totally agree—those urgent care visits add up fast, and half the time you just leave with a prescription and a big bill. Have you ever tried calling a...

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RE: New pain relief options after root tip surgery—anyone else see this?

I’m totally with you on the “less is more” thing, especially when it comes to stuff that can have a bunch of side effects. I had to pay out of pocket ...

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RE: SEDATION FOR TOOTH EXTRACTION - IV OR LAUGHING GAS?

I went with nitrous for a pretty deep extraction to save some cash, and honestly, it was fine. Felt pressure but no real pain. If you're budget-consci...

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