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RE: KIDS' TOOTHBRUSHES: ELECTRIC VS MANUAL—WHAT'S WORKING FOR YOUR FAMILY?

We tried the electric toothbrush too, but honestly, I couldn’t justify the extra cost when my kid just wanted to play with it anyway. Has anyone notic...

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RE: KIDS' TOOTHBRUSHES: ELECTRIC VS MANUAL—WHAT'S WORKING FOR YOUR FAMILY?

Totally get what you mean about muscle memory—sometimes I’ll realize halfway through I’ve just been zoning out and barely brushed at all. Do you find ...

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RE: Keeping your mouth happy after a root canal

Crunchy stuff was my downfall too. I thought I could handle a piece of toast (not even the crusty end) and instantly regretted it—felt like I’d made a...

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RE: Tricks that made my kid's braces journey less stressful

Those proxy brushes were a total mixed bag for us too. My daughter liked them for about a week—then they just vanished, like the wax. I swear, I spent...

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RE: Best way to get the most out of fluoride: paste or rinse first?

That “sticky feeling” drives my kids nuts, too. I totally get the hesitation about not rinsing—especially when you’re worried about leftover food bits...

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RE: Ever heard of onlays instead of crowns after a root canal?

I get what you mean about things feeling “off”—I’m super sensitive to changes in my mouth too. But honestly, the cost difference was a big factor for ...

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RE: What if you forget your retainer for a whole day?

That’s honestly my fear too, like how do you know if it’s just “normal” tight or if your teeth are actually shifting? I’ve skipped a night here and th...

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RE: Worth it for kids’ teeth? Our fluoride varnish experience

Yeah, the yellow patches freaked me out too the first time. I kept thinking, “Did I just pay for my kid’s teeth to look stained?” But they faded after...

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

Yeah, those little interdental brushes are a lifesaver when flossing just isn’t happening. But even those add up cost-wise—do you reuse yours for a fe...

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RE: Did you know some electric toothbrushes actually have pressure sensors that light up if you’re brushing too hard?

I get what you mean about the pressure light—it freaks me out sometimes, too. I started worrying it meant I’d mess up my gums or something and end up ...

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RE: Stopping Tooth Decay: Remineralizing vs. Filling—Which Works Better?

I totally relate to the frustration with braces—same here, I got way more white spots after I had them and it felt like no matter how careful I was, s...

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RE: Would you risk a week of mouth pain for a perfect smile?

Honestly, the discomfort is one thing, but what’s been holding me back is the cost. I’ve gotten a few quotes and it’s a serious chunk of change, even ...

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RE: Noticed my gums getting crankier as I get older—anyone else?

Yeah, I’ve noticed my gums acting up more now too—used to just brush and go, but lately, it’s like they’re extra sensitive. Have you found the water f...

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RE: Water flossers showdown: cordless vs countertop, what's your pick?

That’s exactly why I hesitated on the countertop one... I keep thinking, do those extra settings really make a difference? Or is it mostly just hype? ...

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RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks

I hear you on the timer thing, but honestly, I ended up just ignoring it after a while. I know it’s supposed to help, but sometimes I’d get distracted...

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