That “settling phase” really does mess with your head, doesn’t it? I remember thinking my bite was shifting every time I chewed gum or even yawned. Tr...
That’s totally relatable—my lateral incisor was the same way. It just didn’t want to move at the same pace as the rest, and I swear it felt like I was...
Couldn’t agree more with the idea that “consistency is more important than perfection.” I’ve found that too—on nights when I’m half-asleep, even a qui...
I get what you mean—after my wisdom tooth came out, I was glued to the mirror and obsessed with every little twinge. It felt a bit much, but honestly,...
That part really hits home. I remember thinking I could just “push through” the first week or two with my new set. I figured if I could handle the pre...
I know what you mean about the pillow mountain—tried that myself and just ended up tossing and turning all night. But honestly, I did end up splurging...
Mashed potatoes with warm broth—now that’s a pro move. I’m usually in the “give me all the soft carbs” camp after an adjustment too. Honestly, I’ve tr...
That’s interesting—my dentist actually noticed a difference when I tried a super cheap toothpaste for a couple months. My gums got more sensitive, and...
I totally get where you’re coming from—string floss always leaves my gums a bit sore, too, but I swear it’s the only thing that gets those stubborn bi...
Honestly, I was surprised by how much fresher my daughter’s breath was after a few days. She actually thought it was fun at first—kind of like a silly...
I get what you mean about feeling silly with the eye mask. Honestly, during my last procedure, I was so focused on getting through it that I stopped c...
It’s wild how sensitive our mouths are, right? I remember getting a tiny composite filling—barely visible, but my tongue wouldn’t leave it alone for d...
Ice cream and scrambled eggs do seem to be the go-to for a lot of folks after wisdom teeth removal, but I’ve always wondered if sticking to such a lim...
That’s such a familiar dilemma. The idea of having a second surgical site always made me nervous too—honestly, the thought of extra pain and longer he...
I totally relate to what you’re saying about alternating between mouthwash and saltwater. After my own root canal, I found myself in the same boat—cra...