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RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros
Paper straws with aligners just stress me out, honestly. I tried them at a coffee shop once and they started to get soggy before I was even halfway done. It wasn’t the worst, but I kept worrying the paper would stick to ...
RE: Finding the right doc for bone graft surgery - recent story got me thinking
Glad to hear you take the time to gauge comfort levels - wish more docs did that. As someone who's pretty anxious about my upcoming bone graft, do you think it's okay if I ask my surgeon upfront to keep things simple? Do...
RE: Tooth trouble dilemma: implant or bridge for grandma?
I totally get the hesitation...I was super anxious myself when I got my first implant. Honestly though, the procedure wasn't as scary as I imagined. Maybe ask the dentist about sedation options if she's nervous? Could ma...
RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros
Dish soap, really? Never thought of trying that... does it matter what kind you use? I usually panic and toss stuff straight into the washer, hoping for the best. Lost a nice sweater that way once - still hurts a bit to ...
RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately
I totally get the toothpaste confusion. I've always stuck with basic fluoride toothpaste too because it's cheap and does the job, but recently my gums started acting up - like randomly bleeding or feeling sore. My dentis...
RE: WISDOM TEETH OUT - HOW LONG DID IT TAKE YOU TO FEEL NORMAL AGAIN?
Yeah, I totally get that weird feeling you're describing, but honestly, for me the pain was way worse. Maybe I'm just a wimp, haha. Did you try rinsing gently with salt water after meals? It helped me a ton with that ann...
RE: Getting ready for oral surgery - my game plan
Yeah, definitely agree with this. When I had mine done, I noticed even small things like sleeping position made a huge difference. Are you planning on propping yourself up a bit at night? That really helped me with swell...
RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?
Wait, silicone covers? Hadn't even heard of those...now I'm wondering if I should've stocked up on wax or gone straight for these covers. Did they stay put pretty well overnight? I'm only a week in and already feeling th...
RE: metal mouth maintenance: what's your cleaning style?
Haha, your mirror-cleaning fears are totally valid. When I first got my water flosser, I swear my bathroom looked like a splash zone at SeaWorld for the first week or so. But honestly, once you get the hang of it (and le...