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RE: Tips for keeping sane after getting a dry socket
Totally get that - liquids only made me feel like I was running on empty too. I remember being so desperate for something with texture that applesauce tasted gourmet. For me, cottage cheese and mashed avocado were lifesa...
RE: Do you get dental sealants for your kids (or yourself), or nah?
Our insurance did end up covering sealants for both my kids, but it was one of those things where I had to call and double-check because the info online was all over the place. I totally get what you mean about the cost,...
RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros
I get what you mean about overthinking the cleaning stuff - been there. After my whitening trays, I got so paranoid about bacteria that I started rinsing them with like three different solutions, and then they started sm...
RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?
I've tried the coconut oil thing too, and honestly, I was pretty skeptical at first. I mean, swishing oil around your mouth for 10 minutes sounds like something my grandma would suggest (and she probably has, lol). But s...
RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros
Peroxide's pretty versatile, isn't it? Funny you mention wine stains - reminds me of the time I spilled merlot on my white jeans at a friend's dinner party (talk about embarrassing...). Anyway, peroxide did help, but I h...
RE: Braces drama: teen loses teeth after DIY hacks go viral
Yeah, I think affordability's definitely a big factor, but awareness is huge too. When my niece was 15, she actually tried the rubber band thing after watching some TikTok trend. Luckily, she chickened out early enough a...
RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster
Haha, sandwiches were the worst for me too...I remember trying pizza for the first time after veneers and feeling like my teeth were made of porcelain (well, technically they are, lol). Did anyone else have trouble trust...
RE: Unexpected toothpaste hacks that actually work
Haha, that's such a relatable way to put it! I had a similar experience when I went through my charcoal toothpaste phase - thought I was onto something revolutionary until my dentist politely hinted that my teeth weren't...
RE: fluoride in toothpaste - do you worry about it?
I've had a similar experience myself. A few months ago, I switched to a toothpaste that was supposed to whiten teeth dramatically (you know, the flashy ads got me...), and within a week, my teeth were so sensitive I coul...
RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants
Haha, can't argue with the ice cream part...but honestly, I bounced back pretty quickly even without taking too much downtime. Everyone heals differently, I guess. Just gotta listen to your body and not push it too far.
RE: Grinding teeth at night...what if you ignored it?
I had a similar experience with caffeine. Used to down coffee all afternoon without even thinking about it, and my dentist kept pointing out signs of grinding. At first I brushed it off, but then I started noticing jaw s...
RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants
My dentist gave me the same optimistic timeline, but honestly, I bounced back quicker than expected. By day three, I was cautiously munching on soft pasta and even managed some shredded chicken without too much trouble. ...
RE: how thorough are you with dental checkups?
I totally get where you're coming from, but honestly, I think it depends on how the dentist handles it. My daughter used to get super anxious during checkups, so our dentist started using a tablet with cartoons. Surprisi...
RE: tips for healing after mouth biopsy?
Haha, isn't that the truth? When I had mine done, I underestimated the whole soft-food thing too. Thought I'd be fine with pasta after a couple days - big mistake. Even cooked noodles felt uncomfortable at first. One thi...
RE: Surviving gum surgery: ice packs are my new best friend
I was pretty hesitant about heat too, tbh. After my gum graft, I stuck with ice religiously for the first few days - felt like it kept things under control. But around day four or five, I cautiously tried a warm compress...