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RE: Natural remedies actually helped my gums - anyone else surprised?
- Saltwater rinses are great for temporary relief, but I’ve seen a lot of patients who use them as a quick fix and end up needing more help down the line. - Oil pulling - tried it out of curiosity. Honestly, my mouth f...
RE: Retainer glued in or popping one in and out?
- Had a permanent retainer glued in for years - honestly, I barely think about it now. - Flossing around the wire is a bit of a circus act, but you get used to it. - Removable ones seem great in theory... until you’r...
RE: Teenage son has 8 cavities; root canal??
- Eight cavities at once sounds overwhelming, but you’re definitely not alone - teen teeth can be a wild ride. I’ve seen cases where the initial diagnosis looked scary, but after a second opinion, a few “cavities” were j...
RE: Keeping your mouth clean after dental work: new study says we might be overdoing it?
Totally get what you mean about overdoing it. After my last extraction, I rinsed so much my mouth felt like the Sahara. My dentist said gentle saltwater twice a day was plenty - apparently, more isn’t always better. Neve...
RE: Did you know even a tiny shift in your teeth can mess with your confidence?
- Totally agree, we’re our own toughest critics when it comes to our teeth. - I see this all the time - folks notice every tiny shift, but friends and family barely see a difference unless you point it out. - It’s wi...
RE: Why do kids always seem to chip a tooth at the worst possible moment?
- Happens every time, right? The minute you’ve got plans or a busy week ahead, a chipped tooth shows up out of nowhere. - Kids really do seem to have that bounce-back factor. My son broke his front tooth on the monkey ba...
RE: WEIRD TRICKS PEOPLE SWEAR BY FOR WOBBLY TEETH
- - couldn’t agree more. - Swelling going down always made my mouth feel way less weird after dental work. - If things still feel off, don’t stress too much yet...sometimes it just takes a bit to settle. - You’re ...
RE: How much is too much when it comes to fluoride rinse?
I’ve had the same concern, especially when my gums were sensitive after a cleaning. What helped me was sticking to a pea-sized amount and not overthinking it - consistency really does matter more than doubling up. I stil...