Scrambled eggs were definitely my go-to as well, especially with a bit of cheese melted in—made it feel less boring. Mashed sweet potatoes sound good ...

Mine didn't give me a clear timeline either, just said "as long as possible," which is pretty vague, lol. Honestly, I still get that achy feeling too ...

Totally agree about oatmeal being a lifesaver. When I first got braces, my mouth felt like it was under siege for days. Scrambled eggs were okay, but ...

Weird, I actually had the opposite experience with temperature. Cold stuff was a lifesaver for me—smoothies, ice cream, even iced water felt amazing. ...

Interdental brushes are honestly a game changer, especially if you're dealing with braces or crowns. I switched to them after floss threaders drove me...

Totally get this. When I was looking for an orthodontist, I actually asked around at my kid's school—other parents usually have great insights. One mo...

Haha, I totally relate to the ticklish part...felt like a kid again too. Took me a solid week before I could brush without bursting into random giggle...

Yeah, I think you're onto something with the crown material. My dentist mentioned once that porcelain crowns can sometimes hide decay underneath a bit...

Same here, softer brush made a huge difference for me too. Weirdly enough, saltwater rinses didn't do much, but switching to a toothpaste without SLS ...

Prescription toothpaste isn't just extra fluoride, though that's definitely a big part of it. Usually, it has a higher concentration of fluoride than ...

Totally relate about the whitening strips—they're brutal on sensitive teeth. When I had braces, my orthodontist recommended a toothpaste with potassiu...

I've wondered about enamel issues myself, but my ortho said occasional saltwater rinses shouldn't hurt—just don't overdo it. Tried the sticky gel too....

I think 15 mins is probably fine, honestly. My orthodontist actually mentioned something similar when I got braces—she said waiting at least 20-30 min...