Funny you mention that—my go-to was cold vanilla pudding. It didn’t totally mask the taste, but it made things bearable for a few minutes. I tried sal...

That made me laugh, because I had the same thought after my extraction last year. There’s something about swishing that lukewarm salty water that just...

I’ve had pretty mixed results with those kits, but I actually had one hold up for almost a week—maybe I just got lucky? Hot drinks definitely seem to ...

I get the appeal of cartoons for anxious kids, but I wonder if we might be missing something by always reaching for screens first. Back when I was rai...

I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually used baking soda on and off for decades and haven’t noticed any real enamel problems. My dentist jus...

After decades of trying various whitening products, I’ve found mouthwashes alone rarely create dramatic changes, especially if your teeth aren’t heavi...

I totally understand your concern about swallowing toothpaste—I worried about it with my grandkids too. But you're right, a tiny smear really does the...

Interesting to hear your experience with the salty taste—I had something similar, but mine leaned more toward a metallic flavor. My dentist actually m...

I agree, the initial discomfort does fade pretty quickly. Personally, I opted to save up and pay upfront because my dentist offered a decent discount ...

I completely relate to your experience with boil-and-bite guards. They never quite fit right for me either, and I found myself waking up more often be...

That's a fair point. I've been using a countertop model myself for about two years now, and while I appreciate the stronger pressure, I must admit the...

Oregano oil can indeed be surprisingly potent—I’ve had patients underestimate it before. Aloe juice usually helps, but relief tends to be gradual rath...

I've actually had pretty good luck with those sensitive whitening toothpastes. Been using one for about six months now, and while it's not a dramatic ...

Interesting perspective, but I have to say, the app actually helped me quite a bit. I've been brushing my teeth for decades (longer than I'd care to a...