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RE: Why is brushing teeth with kids like herding cats?
We had the same chaos with stickers - my kid just wanted to stick them on the dog instead of the chart. Did you ever try letting them pick their own toothbrush? Weirdly, that made a difference for us. Maybe it’s about co...
RE: Snacking without guilt: why is it so hard to find treats that don't wreck your teeth?
Steaming veggies has been a lifesaver for my kid too, especially with carrots. We tried microwaving apple slices like you mentioned, but sometimes they still come out a bit rubbery - maybe I’m doing it wrong? We haven’t...
RE: How did you pick a dentist for gum reshaping?
That’s exactly what we struggled with when my daughter needed her gums reshaped. I’ll be honest - my first instinct was to pick the dentist who made her feel the most comfortable, because she gets super anxious even for ...
RE: When your favorite water bottle starts to smell funky
Never been able to fully relax with glass bottles either - especially with a little one running around. Have you thought about those stainless steel ones with a ceramic lining? I know it sounds like another gimmick, but ...
RE: Braces for buck teeth vs deep bites: did you know they're not the same thing?
That’s what our ortho said too when my daughter started her deep bite plan - no elastics, just bite blocks and some weird wires. I was honestly a little skeptical at first. Did your ortho explain *why* they weren’t using...
RE: What’s More Important To Ask: Pain Management Or Long-Term Tooth Health?
This is so true, especially when you’re there with your kid who’s already nervous. I always wonder, do other parents get clear instructions on aftercare? Half the time I’m asking the assistant what the dentist just said ...
RE: The great dental quest: searching for planet-friendly floss
Has anyone else had trouble getting kids to use silk floss? My daughter has super tight teeth, and we tried the silk-in-a-jar thing, but it kept shredding or getting stuck. I do like that it’s compostable, but honestly, ...
RE: Keeping your retainer from getting gross (and actually remembering to wear it)
We’ve definitely dealt with that plasticky smell here too. My kid’s retainer got this weird odor after he forgot it in his backpack over a long weekend. At first I thought maybe we’d have to get a new one, but just letti...
RE: Getting used to new dentures: slow and steady or all at once?
I get where you’re coming from, but have you ever tried pushing the boundaries just a little bit? My kid’s dentist actually encouraged us to add in something new every week, even if it felt weird. I was nervous for her, ...
RE: Things I wish I knew before getting my wisdom teeth out
That’s the truth. It’s funny, I thought getting my daughter to eat mashed potatoes and yogurt would be the struggle - nope, it was the water. She said everything tasted “weird” and cold drinks made her teeth ache like cr...
RE: Why do gum checkups make me so nervous?
I totally get this - my kid gets super tense during those checkups, and honestly, I end up overthinking the numbers too. Have you ever tried asking them to explain as they go, instead of waiting till the end? Sometimes t...
RE: Finally figured out how to eat pizza without crying
My kid’s had braces for a year now, and honestly, pizza night always turns into a whole thing. We’ve definitely done the tiny pieces with a fork - no shame there. The cheese getting stuck is a big worry for us too, espec...
RE: Little things that helped me avoid post-surgery infections
That’s so true - when my kid had their wisdom teeth out, we got totally different advice from friends compared to what our oral surgeon said. The “no spitting or rinsing for 24 hours” thing made sense, but my kid was so ...
RE: Keeping glass bottles from getting that weird smell over time
That garlic smell just loves to hang around, doesn’t it? I swear, I’ve washed some jars three times and still caught a whiff the next day. Has anyone tried baking soda for this? I usually do the vinegar thing too, but so...
RE: Worried about stitches after implant surgery
That’s exactly how my kid felt after their dental surgery - like the whole side of their mouth was off limits. Did you find it hard to eat on that side too? My kid kept asking me if every little twinge meant something wa...