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RE: Keeping old bridges in shape - what actually works?
That’s the truth. I still can’t use a water flosser without feeling like I need a poncho, but I keep at it because my dentist gave me the “you don’t want to see what happens if you don’t” speech. Interdental brushes are ...
RE: Why is it so hard to get consistent aftercare for a chipped tooth?
That’s been my experience too - sometimes that “wait and see” just drags out the discomfort. I chipped a molar once and my dentist said it was fine to leave it, but it kept catching on food and felt rough for weeks. Even...
RE: Thinking about getting veneers - does bonding really last?
That’s interesting, I’ve always wondered if the upkeep for veneers is really that much more than bonding. I had bonding on a chipped tooth, and after a couple years it started to stain and chip again - felt like I was ba...
RE: Pain relief that actually works for dry socket?
Clove oil is such a strong flavor, right? I remember after my extraction, the taste stuck around for days - it was like I’d chewed on a holiday candle. For me, the dressing didn’t really numb the area, but it definitely ...
RE: Best brushes for keeping braces clean - worth going electric?
That’s honestly been my experience too. I tried an electric brush after my ortho recommended it, but honestly, I just couldn’t get into the habit. I ended up sticking with a soft manual and those tiny interdental brushes...
RE: If you could only pick one vitamin for your teeth, which would it be?
I relate to this way too much. I was all about the “just drink more milk” philosophy for years, but apparently my teeth wanted more than a dairy party. I didn’t feel anything huge with vitamin D either, but my dentist sw...
RE: KIDS' TOOTHBRUSHES: ELECTRIC VS MANUAL - WHAT'S WORKING FOR YOUR FAMILY?
That’s pretty much how it went with my nephews, too - one loved the “robot brush,” the other wouldn’t go near it after the first try. I’m still a manual fan because it just feels more natural, but I can see why the timer...
RE: Dealing with a little dental dread in my house
I hear you on home care being super important, but I’ve gotta admit, I learned the hard way that skipping a cleaning isn’t always harmless. I brushed and flossed like a champ for years and thought I was golden, but when ...
RE: Braces day jitters: did anyone else feel like a cyborg?
I swear, bread was my downfall too - never saw it coming. It’s wild how the wax just gives up and slides off with the softest stuff. I tried those silicone covers and honestly, they’re a bit bulkier but less sticky than ...
RE: Did you know medieval adults wore braces too (sort of)?
It was mostly cosmetic at first for me - like, I noticed my bite felt a little different, but it wasn’t super obvious until a couple months in. My ortho said the aligners just weren’t moving my teeth the way they were su...
RE: Did you know babies can get cavities before their first birthday?
That one surprised me when my kiddo was little. I honestly thought “just a splash of juice” would be fine, but our dentist gently set me straight. Wiping those tiny teeth felt a bit over the top at first, but you’re righ...
RE: Root canal + crown combo: anyone else still going strong after years?
That’s wild - ten years is definitely impressive, but I’m not totally convinced it’s just about good luck or dentist skill. I’ve always wondered if genetics or even diet play a bigger role than people think. I’m at year ...
RE: Whitening strips vs. sensitive toothpaste for tricky stains?
That’s exactly what happened to me after my braces came off - those white spots were way more noticeable than I expected, and honestly, they bothered me more than the crooked teeth ever did. I remember trying whitening s...
RE: The day my tongue cleaner became a secret weapon
Totally get where you’re coming from. I remember switching to a metal one and thinking, “why am I voluntarily torturing myself every morning?” But yeah, the clean-mouth feeling is worth it. The cold does get less shockin...