I've always been curious about what it’s actually like to have veneers, so I appreciate everyone sharing their real-life stuff. The eating thing is on...
This is so real. I keep a stash of cheap floss picks just for those popcorn emergencies—nothing else gets them out. As much as I like my water flosser...
Totally agree with this. I tried to power through in one go because I didn’t want to drag it out (plus, fewer trips means less money spent). But hones...
I get what you’re saying about things getting easier, but honestly, for me the pain never totally faded between tightenings. The first couple days aft...
Totally relate to this. I almost went with a bridge because the upfront cost seemed way less, but after breaking down long-term costs (maintenance, po...
Totally get what you mean about heat being the winner. After each tightening, I tried the whole ice pack thing too because everyone kept saying it’s s...
Yeah, that “do I really need to spend this much right now?” loop is way too familiar. I’ve had those nights where you’re just lying there, painkillers...
Zirconia’s been a lifesaver for my wallet, honestly. I went with it for my back molar because I snack way too much, and my dentist said it’d hold up b...
Totally get what you mean about the “band-aid” feeling. I tried a night guard too, but honestly it just felt like another expense that didn’t fix much...
Same here—charging every week adds up, especially when you’re juggling other stuff. Did you notice if one brush seems to actually clean better, or is ...
Been there with the “is this safe or am I about to poison myself?” moment. I totally get wanting to save a batch, especially if you spent money on goo...
Haha, I totally get the “mouthguard flashbacks”—mine were from soccer, and those things were huge and tasted like plastic. The first few nights with a...
Yeah, I feel you on the denture tablets—tried that route myself and didn't notice much improvement either. Mine usually lasts around 6-8 months, depen...
Totally get why laughing gas sounds appealing—especially if you're watching your budget. IV sedation usually costs a bit more and recovery takes longe...