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RE: Why is brushing teeth with kids like herding cats?
I’m honestly not convinced those tablets are practical for most families. Tried them a few times myself, but it just turned into a mess - plus, it’s not like you’re going to use them every day. What’s worked better for u...
RE: Did you know kids’ sports guards can help with more than just broken teeth?
I ponied up for a custom guard last year after my “boil-and-bite” started feeling like a mouthful of rubber bands. Honestly? Way more comfortable, and it actually stays put through the night. Pricey, yeah, but my jaw and...
RE: WHY DOES RED WINE ALWAYS FIND THE LIGHT COUCH?
Red wine is like a magnet for light couches, I swear. I tried one of those “spill-proof” covers once - honestly, it felt more like a shower curtain than fabric. Not sure tech is there yet... I’d rather just accept the st...
RE: Struggling to keep up with brushing when feeling down - any tricks that actually help?
I get what you mean about mouthwash, but honestly, I think it’s kind of a slippery slope. I’ve tried skipping brushing and just swishing, especially when my braces were new and everything felt like a hassle, but I always...
RE: Keeping that post-root canal cheek puff under control
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, I think the whole “not too cold” thing is a bit overrated. I’ve always just used the gel pack straight from the freezer - wrapped in a thin paper towel at most - and it’s bee...
RE: Keeping that post-root canal cheek puff under control
I get the logic behind the frozen peas thing - yeah, they do fit your face better than the big clunky gel packs. But honestly, I’ve found that the wrap makes a difference, especially if you’re sensitive to cold or have s...
RE: What’s your go-to for shrinking gums - DIY stuff or straight to the dentist?
Honestly, I get that frustration. I’ve been through the same cycle - switching between water flossers, string floss, even those little interdental brushes. For me, nothing really made a dent until I started seeing a peri...
RE: Sealants for Kids: When Did Your Dentist Recommend Them?
I’ve actually wondered about this too, because I never got sealants as a kid either and now my molars are basically a roadmap of fillings. My dentist did mention sealants for my niece, but when I asked if adults could ge...
RE: Tips for surviving braces as an adult (and not losing your mind)
That wax is honestly the unsung hero of braces, but I’m with you - the ortho’s stuff just sticks better and doesn’t crumble like the drugstore kind. I’ve tried both, and the difference is weirdly huge. I keep a pack in m...
RE: Worth it to put protective coatings on kids’ teeth?
I get what you mean about the unpredictability. I had sealants as a kid and still landed a couple cavities, but way fewer than my brother who didn’t get them. Genetics definitely play a role (my whole family seems to hav...
RE: Electric vs manual toothbrushes for kids - what's actually easier?
I’ve noticed the same thing - my daughter was way more interested in the electric brush at first, but after a week she was back to just chewing on it. Did anyone else find that switching up toothpaste flavors helped? I’m...
RE: Do Whitening Strips Actually Work for You? Quick Poll
Totally get what you mean about the patchy spots - my teeth overlap a bit too, and strips just don’t sit flat. I actually had some white “streaks” after a week, which looked worse than before. Pens are less hassle for we...
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RE: Tricks that made my kid's braces journey less stressful
I’ve only ever used the putty-style silicone, but honestly, I found it kind of annoying to work with - especially if my hands weren’t totally dry. The idea of sheets is interesting though... I wonder if they’d be less fi...
RE: Weirdest thing that helped me after gum surgery
Heat on the face right after gum surgery makes me nervous too. My periodontist was super clear about avoiding it - she said anything that increases blood flow could make the swelling stick around longer or even cause ble...