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RE: That awkward moment you realize your surgeon remembers your favorite smoothie flavor

The allergy thing really hits home—my old dentist would always triple-check my latex allergy, and honestly, that made me feel way safer than the small...

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RE: Why does it feel like dentists only want to throw antibiotics at gum problems?

Totally get what you mean. I used to dread the cost of every new script—antibiotics aren’t cheap, and neither are the follow-ups when it doesn’t actua...

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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?

Yeah, I’ve actually done this a couple times—mostly out of desperation when I made a batch of sage rinse that tasted like straight-up lawn clippings. ...

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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?

I feel you on the rosemary thing—I once made lavender oil that smelled more like grandma's closet than a relaxing spa. Ended up diluting it with almon...

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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?

Lavender tincture smelling like soap... been there, haha. If you're on a budget and don't wanna waste it, I've found mixing in a bit of vanilla extrac...

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RE: Braces drama: teen loses teeth after DIY hacks go viral

Yeah, I feel this. When I needed braces as a teen, my parents just couldn't swing it financially. Insurance barely covered anything, and the quotes we...

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RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros

That's exactly how I feel whenever I'm trying something new on fabric... holding my breath, crossing my fingers, haha. Baking soda paste is honestly u...

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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

Haha, been there... I once spent 20 minutes digging through a trash bin at a diner for mine. Did anyone else have weird habits linger after braces? I ...

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RE: Braces drama: teen loses teeth after DIY hacks go viral

Totally agree with this. I remember my dentist showing me some scary DIY braces photos when I was younger, and honestly, that stuck with me way more t...

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RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks

Totally relate to the scrubbing dishes comment, haha. I used to brush way too hard and my dentist kept gently reminding me that "less is more." Switch...

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RE: Getting ready for oral surgery—my game plan

My son was actually okay with mild seasonings like a bit of salt or butter, but anything acidic or peppery was a no-go at first. Scrambled eggs worked...

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RE: traveling with dentures—anyone else had awkward moments?

Haha, I've been there too. I once spent an entire flight subtly checking my reflection in the window, convinced something was off. Soft liners are def...

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RE: HOW OFTEN DO YOU GO BACK AFTER TREATMENT?

I totally agree with this. I've been on a dental discount plan for about a year now, and it's honestly been a relief. Before, I'd put off appointments...

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

We went monthly too, and honestly, it was a lifesaver. Upfront would've been awesome for the discount, but at the time, our budget just laughed at tha...

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