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RE: That moment when your braces wire starts stabbing you mid-meal

That wax melting away mid-sip is the worst—like, can’t they invent something that actually stays put through coffee? I always wondered if there’s a be...

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RE: Dental crowns: zirconia vs porcelain, which lasts longer?

That “glow” is so real—why do dental lights always lie to us? I totally get what you mean about obsessing over it. I’m convinced my zirconia molar is ...

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RE: How to make your dental crown last longer (my little trick)

I totally get that—it’s wild how something like a crown can mess with your head every time you eat. I was super careful at first, but honestly, I star...

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RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?

Yeah, charcoal was a messy disaster for me too... but honestly, even those gentle pastes didn't really cut it. Ever tried whitening strips? They're no...

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RE: Braces for underbite taking forever and a day

Haha, guilty as charged. But honestly, isn't part of the reason adults struggle more because we're just so attached to our habits? Kids don't have dec...

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RE: Unexpected toothpaste hacks that actually work

Totally agree with you on the citrus toothpaste—always felt like I was scrubbing my teeth with lemonade, lol. Coconut oil pulling is gentler, true, bu...

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RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks

Totally get where your dad's coming from—electric brushes can feel pretty intense at first. Has he tried one with softer bristles or adjustable settin...

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RE: Hypothetically, if you tried extracting some herbal stuff at home—like oils or tinctures—and it went kinda wrong (maybe too strong or weird smell or something), how would you fix it?

Haha, your lavender story made me feel better about my own herbal oil disasters. I once tried making peppermint oil, thinking it'd be refreshing and s...

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RE: finally brace-free—how would you mark the occasion?

Mushroom risotto sounds tasty, but honestly, after braces I'd want something with a bit more crunch—maybe not popcorn-level risky, but how about some ...

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RE: surviving on smoothies and mashed potatoes: my post-tooth-pulling adventure

That's interesting... eggs didn't work for me at all. I ended up living off room-temp mac 'n cheese for days. Something about the texture felt safer, ...

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RE: finally figured out the best floss-mouthwash routine

Tape floss is decent, but honestly, have you tried those floss picks? I know some people think they're wasteful, but they're super affordable in bulk ...

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RE: fluoride in toothpaste—do you worry about it?

I get what you're saying about fluoride being safe in small amounts, but honestly, I still feel a bit uneasy about it. I mean, sure, dentists recommen...

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RE: My dentist convinced me to switch to electric—now I'm lost in toothbrush land

I've had decent luck with Amazon bulk packs too, but honestly, even then I've gotten a dud or two. Maybe I'm just picky, but sometimes the bristles fe...

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RE: Quick trick my dentist shared to keep cavities away

Cucumber and mint sounds refreshing, but now I'm curious...does adding citrus slices like lemon or lime also work, or is that too acidic for teeth? I'...

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RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?

I totally get your hesitation about dipping into savings—I felt the same way at first. Honestly, after paying upfront, I did tighten up my budget for ...

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