Memory foam pillows were tricky for me too. I initially thought they'd be perfect because of the support, but ended up feeling more tense in the morni...

Definitely underestimated it myself. I stocked up on soups and smoothies too, but by day four I was desperate enough to blend pasta—wouldn't recommend...

That's honestly reassuring to hear. I was convinced I was the only one who managed to damage braces on something as innocent-looking as a blueberry pa...

Smoothies can be great, but honestly, prepping them regularly got a bit tedious for me. Plus, fresh fruit adds up quickly. I found soups easier—just b...

Honestly, I think you're onto something there. When I had mine out, everyone warned me it'd be awful, but it wasn't nearly as bad as I expected. I was...

Totally agree about the softer toothbrush—felt odd at first, but it really helped ease my gum sensitivity. Electric brushes can be good too, just star...

I get your point about timers—I personally found them a bit stressful. Instead, I just kept track roughly, switching ice packs whenever it felt less c...

I've tried rinsing with cold water too, but honestly haven't noticed much difference. Instead, soaking in plain water afterward for a few minutes seem...

I've actually been using activated charcoal toothpaste on and off for about a year now, and honestly, I haven't noticed any enamel issues yet—though I...

That's reassuring to hear. I recently had my first major dental procedure, and honestly, every little ache has me second-guessing if something went wr...

I had the exact same concern about blending hot liquids in my NutriBullet. After my jaw surgery, I tried it once and ended up with soup splattered all...

I had a similar experience when my dentist recommended switching to gel toothpaste due to sensitivity issues. At first, it felt awkward and slippery, ...

Reading your experience makes me feel a bit more reassured about opting for local anesthesia. I've never had sedation before, and the idea of feeling ...

We didn't do any role-playing or videos beforehand, but I can relate to the comfort item thing. My son insisted on bringing his little toy car along.....