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RE: Tooth Knocked Out At Playground - What Would You Do?
That’s what my nephew’s dentist said too when he knocked out his front baby tooth at the park. My sister panicked and tried to put it back in, but the dentist gently explained it wouldn’t really “stick” since baby teeth ...
RE: Surprised by what’s lurking in “healthy” snacks?
Raisins are wild, right? I used to think I was being super healthy grabbing those mini boxes as a snack. Then my hygienist pointed out how sticky dried fruit can be, and it totally made sense why I was getting those rand...
RE: Eating with aligners: taking them out every meal vs. snacking less
You’re definitely not alone there. I got into this weird routine where I’d basically map out my whole day around when I could eat, just to avoid taking the aligners in and out a million times. It’s wild how something as ...
RE: Best ways to soothe a teething baby (besides the usual stuff?)
Chilled cucumber actually worked wonders for my niece when she was teething. My sister would peel it and cut it into thick sticks so there was no choking risk, and the coolness seemed to really soothe her gums. That said...
RE: Did you know even a tiny shift in your teeth can mess with your confidence?
No kidding. I remember getting a tiny filling once and suddenly my teeth felt like they were having a turf war - couldn’t figure out why my jaw was so tense. You’d think something that small would be no big deal, but it’...
RE: What should I have asked before my root canal?
That metallic taste is weirdly unforgettable. I remember after my first root canal, I kept checking my breath because it felt like I'd been gnawing on a handful of nickels. The gritty texture you mentioned? Spot on. I ha...
RE: Keeping your tongue scraper from becoming a science experiment
I totally relate to the weirdness of tarnish on copper - it’s like, is this thing clean or just “vintage”? I used to go overboard with scrubbing and wiping mine down after every use, but honestly, just a quick rinse and ...
RE: Getting used to new dentures: slow and steady or all at once?
I totally get the “just dive in” approach. When I first got my dentures, I tried eating a burger on day two - big mistake, but I learned fast what my limits were. Honestly, sometimes you just have to experiment a bit to ...
RE: Getting used to new dentures: slow and steady or all at once?
I get where you’re coming from about taking it slow, but honestly, I went the opposite way when I first got my dentures. Maybe it’s just my stubborn streak, but I tried “normal” foods sooner than most people recommend - ...
RE: Electric Toothbrushes vs. Manual for Kids: Which Actually Works Better?
That buzzing can be wild, right? My nephew called it “the angry bee” and refused to open his mouth for days after. We ended up doing sticker charts with the manual brush - suddenly, brushing was a game instead of a battl...
RE: Which one actually gets your teeth cleaner: blasting with water or good ol’ string floss?
This is so relatable. I have a bridge on my upper left side and honestly, those threaders feel like they were designed by someone who never had to use them. Half the time I drop them in the sink or poke myself and then g...
RE: Battle of the water flossers: Waterpik or Philips Sonicare?
Honestly, I totally get where you’re coming from with the intimidation factor. The first time I saw a Waterpik at my cousin’s place, it looked like some kind of mini power washer for your mouth - definitely not what you ...
RE: What if you woke up with dragon breath every day?
That’s a good point about allergies and dehydration making things worse. I used to think brushing more often was the answer, but it didn’t really help with my “dragon breath” phase last winter. What actually made a diffe...
RE: KEEPING CLEAR ALIGNERS ACTUALLY CLEAR - ANYONE ELSE STRUGGLING?
I’ve had that exact debate with myself. I used to obsess over every little smudge, but honestly, after a couple months, I just wanted them to feel fresh and not taste weird. The film from some soaps drove me nuts though ...