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RE: Hypothetically, if you tried extracting some herbal stuff at home—like oils or tinctures—and it went kinda wrong (maybe too strong or weird smell or something), how would you fix it?

Yeah, glycerin could definitely help mellow things out without overpowering your original herbal notes. I'd start small and gradually work your way up...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

I had the same vinegar mishap—my mouthguard looked like frosted glass afterward, lol. Denture tablets are pretty reliable, but I've found that just ge...

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RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?

Yeah, upfront payments definitely clear the mental clutter. But did your dentist offer any discounts or incentives for paying all at once? Some places...

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RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally

I've tried both at-home kits and professional whitening, and honestly, the sensitivity was way less intense with the pro treatment. From what my denti...

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RE: Hypothetically, if you tried extracting some herbal stuff at home—like oils or tinctures—and it went kinda wrong (maybe too strong or weird smell or something), how would you fix it?

Haha, been there... sometimes masking just makes it weirder. Ever tried activated charcoal to absorb odors? Works wonders in dentistry, might help her...

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RE: ever had to rush your kid to the dentist unexpectedly?

Honestly, it's more "fake it till you make it" for me. I still internally panic a bit, but I've learned kids pick up on our cues. When I started backi...

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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

Exactly—people often overlook abrasiveness when choosing toothpaste. Checking the RDA (Relative Dentin Abrasivity) rating helps a lot. Anything under ...

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RE: tips for healing after mouth biopsy?

Chamomile tea worked pretty well for me too, but I also found rinsing gently with warm salt water helped speed things up. It reduces inflammation and ...

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RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately

Switching toothpaste can help, but honestly, sometimes it's not enough. I had similar gum issues a while back—tried every sensitive toothpaste out the...

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RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?

I've actually found baking soda to be a bit tricky—it's easy to underestimate how abrasive it can be, even if you're careful. Personally, I prefer act...

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RE: fluoride in toothpaste—do you worry about it?

I've noticed something similar—certain fluoride toothpastes leave my mouth feeling dry or sensitive, while others don't. Switching brands helped me pi...

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RE: How soon is too soon for baby's first dentist trip?

We waited a bit longer with our son—around 14 months—and honestly, it didn't seem to make much difference in terms of comfort. He was pretty wary the ...

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RE: Surviving the aftermath of apicoectomy—my routine and looking for advice

Yeah, that's definitely true about chlorhexidine. I used it briefly after my apicoectomy, and while it did help with inflammation, I noticed some stai...

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RE: WISDOM TEETH OUT—HOW LONG DID IT TAKE YOU TO FEEL NORMAL AGAIN?

Yeah, pudding fatigue is real... I remember hitting day 3 and craving literally anything with texture. Hang tight—once you're onto soft pasta or oatme...

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