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RE: Knocked out tooth: anyone else try those instant repair kits?

I actually tried one of those repair kits once when I chipped a molar late at night and couldn’t get in to see my dentist for a couple days. I remembe...

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RE: Quick fix for brighter teeth—baking soda vs activated charcoal?

That’s exactly what happened to me with charcoal—black splatters everywhere, and honestly, I didn’t notice much difference in color. Did you ever feel...

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RE: Baking soda vs. coconut oil: which one actually works for a whiter smile?

Have you ever tried those whitening strips instead? I always wonder if they actually do more than the gentle toothpastes. I get what you’re saying abo...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

I've definitely noticed something similar. My dentist explained that even tiny shifts in teeth alignment can affect how snugly the mouthguard fits. Mi...

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RE: Eating comfortably when your mouth feels like a construction zone

Mashed avocado and oatmeal sound good, but did you find oatmeal got stuck around stitches or any sore spots? I remember when I had my wisdom teeth out...

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RE: Finding the right doc for bone graft surgery—recent story got me thinking

I totally get what you're saying about the anxiety ramping up when you dig too deep into the details...been there myself. But I'm curious—how did you ...

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RE: Tooth trouble dilemma: implant or bridge for grandma?

That's hilarious, falling asleep during a dental procedure...never heard of that before. Makes me wonder, though—do you think sedation is always neces...

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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

Totally relate to this—after my crowns, I spent weeks feeling like every bite was gonna crack them. Apples were the absolute worst...I'd slice them in...

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

That's a really good point about transparency. Makes me wonder—how often do orthodontists actually present multiple options upfront? When I had braces...

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RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?

I've been curious about those whitening pens myself, so it's good to hear your experience wasn't a total bust. Did you notice any sensitivity afterwar...

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RE: Surviving gum surgery: ice packs are my new best friend

Did your dentist specifically mention ice cream as something to avoid? Mine was pretty vague about sugary stuff in general, but I figured ice cream wo...

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RE: How soon is too soon for baby's first dentist trip?

We took ours around 18 months, mostly because I wasn't sure earlier visits were really necessary. Honestly, it felt more like a wrestling match than a...

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RE: Grinding teeth at night...what if you ignored it?

That's a good point about stress being a trigger, but I'm curious—does anyone know if teeth grinding can also be caused by things other than stress? I...

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RE: my dentist warned me vaping could mess up my smile, but I didn't think much of it until yesterday.

Interesting, hadn't really thought about flavor additives affecting enamel directly... Did your dentist mention if certain flavors or brands are worse...

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RE: my dental implants still feel amazing after 8 years—here's what worked for me

Have you tried bamboo interdental brushes yet? I've seen them pop up recently—wonder if they're actually sturdy enough or if they'd just end up loose ...

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