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RE: Choosing between traditional bridges and implant-supported bridges - what's your pick?
That’s interesting - my implant definitely made my jaw feel sturdier, too. But I totally get what you mean about the cleaning routine. I thought implants would be “set it and forget it,” but nope... Waterpik has basicall...
RE: Choosing between traditional bridges and implant-supported bridges - what's your pick?
The sensitivity thing with bridges is real - it was actually my biggest worry before I got mine. I ended up going with a traditional bridge because the whole implant process just dragged on and I was honestly over it aft...
RE: Weird sensations after getting braces off - how to make it less awkward?
That weird, tingly feeling after braces come off can be such a surprise. Mine felt almost like my teeth were “too smooth” and way more sensitive than I expected - especially with cold stuff or even just breathing in air....
RE: Knocked out a tooth? Saw this wild story…
I’ve definitely heard the milk vs. spit debate too, but honestly, I think the main thing is just acting fast. I actually knocked out a front tooth as a teenager (skateboard fail), and my dentist said time mattered more t...
RE: Did you know babies can get cavities before their first birthday?
I swear, I’ve had that same late-night panic over a random white spot - was it yogurt or the start of disaster? Anyone else feel like their parents just didn’t worry about this stuff? My mom used to hand me a cup of juic...
RE: Struggling With Kicking the Nighttime Bottle - Is It Really That Bad for Teeth?
It’s wild how different kids’ teeth can be, even in the same family. I know what you mean - my oldest never had a single issue, but my youngest? We were at the dentist for fillings before kindergarten. I always wonder if...
RE: Would you risk a week of mouth pain for a perfect smile?
I get what you mean about the pain thing - it’s honestly the main thing I worried about before getting my veneers. For me, the sensitivity after whitening was way worse than the veneers. With whitening, my teeth felt alm...
RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster
Cutting the strips in half is genius - I never thought of that. I usually just deal with the full strip and end up drooling all over. Have you noticed any difference in results when you use less? Sensitive toothpaste def...
RE: Dental crowns: zirconia vs porcelain, which lasts longer?
That Lego block edge... yeah, that’s a rite of passage, right? I kept poking at it for weeks until my tongue finally gave up. As for color, I had two crowns done within a year - one zirconia, one porcelain - and the matc...
RE: Water flossers showdown: cordless vs countertop, what's your pick?
Popcorn hulls are my nemesis too - honestly, I think they’re out to get us. I’ve tried both cordless and countertop water flossers and I keep going back to the countertop just for the bigger tank. But, yeah, it’s a pain ...
RE: Dental crowns: zirconia vs porcelain, which lasts longer?
I totally relate to the struggle of figuring out which crown material is better. I’ve had both porcelain and zirconia crowns over the years (unfortunately, my teeth seem to love drama), and it’s honestly been a mixed bag...
RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?
Two years sounds impressive to me too. Mine usually last about a year, but honestly it depends on how stressful things get. I remember one particularly rough semester at school where I chewed right through it in just a f...
RE: Water flossers showdown: cordless vs countertop, what's your pick?
Good points here. I've actually tried both types, and while I totally get the portability appeal of cordless, I ended up sticking with countertop. For me, the bigger water reservoir was a game changer - I hated refilling...
RE: struggling with pain after bone graft - anyone else dealing with this?
I get what you're saying about stepping back from Google, but isn't it sometimes helpful to at least know what's normal? When I had my graft, I did trust my surgeon overall, but there were a couple times when knowing tha...
RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster
Good point about the RDA rating, but do you think it's always accurate for everyone? I mean, I've used toothpaste rated way below 70 and still felt sensitivity afterward. Could be my technique or brushing pressure, I gue...