Had sealants put on my own molars in my 40s after years of getting tiny cavities in those same grooves. I was skeptical, but honestly, haven’t needed ...
I get where you’re coming from—rust spots would totally put me off, especially with braces. I’ve actually used copper for a while now, and I’ve never ...
Chips were my downfall too, but I’ll admit, I never found rice cakes satisfying—just felt like eating packing material to me. I do think you’re onto s...
I actually think the crown process is way more drawn out and annoying, especially for kids. The root canal itself is stressful, sure, but at least it'...
I see what you mean about the temporary crown being a pain. That’s actually where I had the most frustration too. It constantly felt like I had a popc...
Insurance helps, but it’s wild how much is still out of pocket. I’ve had crowns and fillings over the years—even with coverage, those “extras” add up ...
I totally get the second-guessing. I had sealants put on my grandkids’ molars, and I was skeptical about the “trapping bacteria” thing too. But honest...
You’re not alone with that chalky feeling—drives me up the wall too. I’ve tried skipping the rinse, doing the rinse, even brushing longer, and honestl...
I can relate to that more than I’d like. After my first set of crowns failed way earlier than promised, I was honestly paranoid—felt like every new de...
That line really hits home—I swear I could open a mini museum with all the half-used floss containers I’ve got stashed away. Finding something that do...
I get what you mean about the nerves playing tricks. When I first got my night guard, my teeth felt weirdly “off”—not loose, just like there was press...
I get what you mean about that weird film—drives me nuts too. I asked my dentist about rinsing, and he said a quick spit’s fine, just don’t go overboa...
I get the anxiety, but honestly, I think some of these restrictions are a bit overblown. I’ve had three extractions over the years and never totally a...
I’ve gotten those same wishy-washy answers and it drives me nuts. I like numbers, not “sooner rather than later” or “don’t wait too long.” In my case,...
That "ocean" taste is no joke—my mouth felt like a tidepool for days after my gum contouring. I get why they recommend the saltwater, but honestly, af...