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RE: Swollen gums after getting braces—normal or not?

Popcorn is definitely a tricky one—my niece managed to get a kernel stuck under her wire and we ended up at an emergency ortho appointment, so I’d say...

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RE: Battle of the Bristles: Surviving Braces With Old-School Brushes

Totally agree—those soft bristles and interdental brushes are a lifesaver. I used to think I was doing a good job with the basic brush, but my orthodo...

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RE: Cold packs vs. anti-inflammatories after gum grafts—what worked for you?

I get what you mean about feeling boxed in by those generic instructions. After my own gum graft, I felt like I was constantly second-guessing every l...

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RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks

That buzzing sensation can be a dealbreaker, especially first thing in the morning when you just want some quiet. I had a tough time adjusting too—fel...

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RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants

Bruising totally threw me for a loop too, especially since it showed up a couple days after the extraction, not right away. I remember thinking someth...

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RE: Straightening out my teeth without braces—my experience

Interesting point—I understand why consistency felt better for you. Dentists often give general advice because everyone's teeth respond a bit differen...

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RE: Braces for underbite taking forever and a day

I've had a similar experience with jaw tightness in the mornings, and honestly, I think you're onto something with the pillow situation. I tried one o...

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RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks

Great points about the handle thickness and battery life. I've also noticed that certain electric toothbrushes come with pressure sensors, which can b...

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RE: Grinding teeth at night...what if you ignored it?

Glad you caught it early—those tiny cracks can turn into bigger issues down the line. I've seen people end up needing crowns or even root canals from ...

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RE: Straightening out my teeth without braces—my experience

I completely understand the struggle you're describing—keeping up with oral hygiene after every snack can indeed feel overwhelming. It's great that yo...

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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

Couldn't agree more about the extra-soft brushes—made a huge difference for my gums too. Curious though, has anyone here tried remineralizing toothpas...

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