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RE: Getting a good brush around brackets when packing light
Since the comparison is really about access around the brackets, I’d focus on how the bristles meet the gumline: angle them toward it, then use small, gentle strokes around each bracket instead of scrubbing across the wi...
RE: How often do your kids actually need to see the dentist?
I totally get where you’re coming from - my oldest just got braces last summer and I feel like I’m always triple-checking the calendar for the next appointment. I’ve read a bunch about how regular checkups are super impo...
RE: What if your implant keeps bugging you - how would you cope?
Honestly, I kind of wonder if distracting myself just ends up making me more anxious in the long run. Sometimes I feel like I need to actually pay attention to what’s going on in my mouth, otherwise I miss stuff that mat...
RE: Weighing insurance vs. payment plans for root canals - what's less stressful?
That makes total sense to me. I’ve been looking at the numbers too, and even though payment plans help with big one-time stuff, insurance does give you that buffer for surprise costs. Especially with kids, since you can’...
RE: Worth it to put protective coatings on kids’ teeth?
That’s something I’ve wondered too. My daughter brushes like it’s her job but still gets cavities, while her friend basically lives on soda and has perfect teeth - go figure. About the fluoride treatments, our dentist re...
RE: What Helped Me Heal Faster After That Annoying Root Tip Surgery
That’s interesting about the balance your dentist mentioned - being too gentle versus not cleaning enough. I’m kind of the same way with routines, especially after any procedure. I always feel like if I miss a step, some...