Flavored toothpastes—bubblegum included—usually have the same fluoride content as regular toothpaste, so they're generally just as effective in preven...
That's generally true, but it's worth mentioning that the experience can vary quite a bit depending on the school and even the specific student assign...
Totally understandable to feel anxious about that—bone grafts can sound pretty intimidating at first. Honestly, I think it's completely reasonable (an...
Good point about repurposing rather than tossing it all out. I've had patients who've experimented with homemade herbal rinses or oils, and sometimes ...
Mint usually works great, but I've had surprising success with cinnamon gum—some patients tell me the spicy kick distracts from sweet cravings. Might ...
Switching toothpaste can definitely help, but I'd say it's usually not immediate—it took me about a week or two to feel a noticeable difference. Also,...
Interesting to hear about your experience with vanilla—I haven't come across that one yet. Mint seems to be the default recommendation, probably becau...
That's a pretty accurate description of the timeline. I've noticed that patients often underestimate how long the bone integration phase actually take...
Interesting points here, and you're definitely right about soft foods sometimes being deceptive. Still, I wonder if sticking strictly to ultra-soft fo...
Interesting perspective—I appreciate you sharing your experience. I've often wondered about the real-world practicality of these app-connected toothbr...
Peanut butter can actually work pretty well, but it depends a lot on how you prep it. I've had patients who blended peanut butter into smoothies or sh...
That's a good point about the acidity in some mouthwashes—it's something that often gets overlooked. Fluoride itself isn't usually an issue around imp...
That's a pretty common concern, actually. Cold packs initially help reduce inflammation by constricting blood vessels, but after a few days, warmth ca...
Definitely true. I've seen patients who swear they're allergic to floss, but usually they're just flossing like they're sawing wood... 😅 Gentl...
Interesting to hear your experience with the professional whitening—you're definitely not alone in that sensitivity issue. Did your dentist mention us...