I've been wondering about this too. TePe brushes are great, but the cost adds up over time. I've tried a few cheaper brands myself, and honestly, most...

I totally get the cautious chewing thing. After my root canal, I swear I spent weeks carefully nibbling on the opposite side, even though the dentist ...

I've definitely noticed dentists giving mixed signals on this too. Our first dentist was pretty relaxed about bedtime milk, basically saying the same ...

Interesting, I hadn't thought about switching to warmth after gum surgery. Did your dentist suggest trying heat, or was that your own idea? I've alway...

That's interesting, because I actually had the opposite experience. When I had my gum surgery, ice packs were a lifesaver initially, but after about t...

Totally get why you're nervous—felt exactly the same way before getting mine. Honestly, the talking thing was barely noticeable, maybe a slight lisp f...

Mine actually prescribed something stronger—think it was Tylenol with codeine—but honestly, I didn't end up needing it. Ibuprofen every few hours and ...

Instrumental music is good, but have you ever tried nature sounds? Like rainstorms or ocean waves? I gave it a shot last time and it was surprisingly ...

I've had mine about 7 years now, and honestly, regular brushing seems fine. I did try a polishing session once—didn't notice much difference afterward...