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RE: Getting my bite fixed with metal in my mouth—worth it?

I totally get where you’re coming from about the cleaning hassle. That fixed retainer made me nervous every time I flossed—like, what if I missed some...

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RE: Braces for underbite taking forever and a day

Honestly, I feel this in my bones. I still worry every time I skip the mouthwash or don’t do the saltwater rinse before bed. What’s helped me (and mig...

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RE: Toothpaste or mouthwash: which one do your kids actually use?

Mouthwash always felt like liquid fire to me too, even as an adult. I still have to brace myself before using it, and I’ll admit there are days I just...

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RE: SEDATION FOR TOOTH EXTRACTION - IV OR LAUGHING GAS?

I went with laughing gas last year for exactly the same reason—budget. Honestly, I was pretty anxious about the whole thing (like, palms sweating anxi...

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RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants

Yeah, totally get where you're coming from with the lingering sensitivity. I had a tooth extraction and an implant done about a year ago, and honestly...

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RE: Sugar overload and your teeth: a bittersweet truth

Yeah, you're right to hold off brushing after citrus. My dentist said the same thing—brushing too soon can scrub away softened enamel. I usually wait ...

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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

I've been using potassium nitrate toothpaste daily for about two years now, and my dentist said it's fine as long as you're not swallowing it or anyth...

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