Totally agree about the dentist talking you through it—makes a huge difference. Have you tried deep breathing exercises? I've seen patients who swear ...

Good points, but have you seen how some older folks struggle with charging electric brushes or replacing heads regularly? Sometimes simpler really is ...

Good points all around, airing it out can definitely mellow things down. But have you thought about diluting it a bit, too? Sometimes just adding a ne...

Baking soda's pretty solid for tougher stains, especially coffee or tea—I use it to clean my scrubs sometimes. Just don't go overboard, or you'll end ...

Clove oil can definitely be intense if it's too concentrated, so you're not alone there. Diluting with coconut oil was a smart move—good thinking. Did...

Haha, you'd be surprised how many kids actually do pretty well at their first dentist visit. I've seen some little ones who are totally chill, just si...

We do the "Mr. Thirsty" thing too, and you'd be surprised how often it helps kids relax. Have you noticed if your dentist uses flavored gloves or toot...

Haha, exactly my thoughts. Honestly, the best flossing method is whichever one you'll actually stick with consistently. I've seen patients who struggl...

Did your dentist mention the "Google rabbit hole" is our biggest competitor? 😂 Seriously though, tingling and sensitivity are super common as ...

Diluting milk gradually is a clever trick, hadn't thought of that one before. Have you tried switching to a cup instead of a bottle yet? Sometimes jus...