You’re definitely not alone in feeling that way. Honestly, even people who brush and floss every day miss spots sometimes—teeth have so many nooks and...
Fluoride gels can actually make a big difference for a lot of folks, especially after whitening when teeth are feeling extra sensitive. It’s not just ...
I hear you on the “zappy” feeling—some folks are just way more sensitive to peroxide, and it’s honestly no fun. Brushing with sensitive toothpaste bef...
I hear you on the flossing—those threaders are tiny torture devices, honestly. Manual brushes can do the job well if you’re careful, but I’ve seen a l...
That “mouthful of Lego” feeling is such an accurate description—it’s wild how something so small can feel so massive when you first start wearing it. ...
Tooth location can definitely play a role, but honestly, everyone reacts a bit differently. I’ve seen folks breeze through wisdom teeth removal, then ...
I totally get where you’re coming from—anything that gets kids to actually floss is a win in my book. That said, I’d still be a little cautious about ...
Funny you mention mashed potatoes—I've seen a lot of folks swear by them, but sometimes I find they can get kind of bland after a few days. I usually ...
That “buzzing” with ice cream isn’t just you—temperature changes can definitely make bridges feel weirder, especially at first. That’s pretty common,...
Charcoal really does turn the whole bathroom into a mess, doesn’t it? I’ve seen so many people surprised by how gritty their teeth feel after using it...
Diet definitely plays a bigger role than most people realize. I remember a patient who had ongoing sensitivity issues, and we tried everything—special...
Yeah, totally get what you're saying. Teeth whitening can make your teeth super sensitive for a bit—it's pretty common actually. The whitening gel tem...
Totally normal to feel hyper-aware right now...it's like when you buy a new car and suddenly see it everywhere. Once your treatment kicks in, you'll p...
Smoothies are definitely a good idea, especially since they're nutritious and easy to customize. But you're right to wonder about thickness—sometimes ...
Glad you figured that out! It's actually pretty common for people to assume braces or aligners are causing gum irritation, when vaping or even certain...