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RE: Straightening out my teeth without braces—my experience

I can totally relate to your experience with aligners and grinding. When I first started mine, my jaw felt noticeably tighter and I definitely had mor...

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RE: Sugar overload and your teeth: a bittersweet truth

Cheese sticks are definitely a smart choice—calcium and protein combo helps neutralize acids and rebuild enamel. I've also found almonds pretty helpfu...

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RE: Toddler teeth trouble—what would you do?

Couldn't agree more with this. It's great you recognized the timing issue early on—many parents overlook that brushing battles often stem from tiredne...

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RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks

Adjustable sensitivity settings are definitely underrated. My mom had the same issue—she'd trigger the sensor constantly, even though she wasn't press...

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RE: Water flossers showdown: cordless vs countertop, what's your pick?

I've personally found countertop flossers to be a bit more reliable, especially if you're dealing with braces or other orthodontic appliances. Cordles...

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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

Haha, the Lloyd Christmas bangs reference made me laugh out loud... been there myself. But honestly, braces anxiety is no joke either. People underest...

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RE: Braces drama: teen loses teeth after DIY hacks go viral

Switching providers can help, but honestly, it's not always the magic bullet people think it is. Anxiety around braces often comes from feeling out of...

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RE: my dentist warned me vaping could mess up my smile, but I didn't think much of it until yesterday.

Good point about dryness, but I wouldn't totally dismiss the flavor issue either. Fruity flavors often have additives that can weaken enamel over time...

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RE: how thorough are you with dental checkups?

My daughter used to get really nervous about dental visits too, and honestly, podcasts made a surprising difference for us. I found that funny or ligh...

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RE: traveling with dentures—anyone else had awkward moments?

Totally get that anxiety—TSA checks can be unpredictable even for seasoned travelers. Original packaging is definitely smart, but another thing I've f...

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RE: How Did You Find a Good Dentist for Your Kid?

We went through something similar with my youngest. At first, he was pretty hesitant—wouldn't even open his mouth without coaxing. But the dentist at ...

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RE: Getting ready for oral surgery—my game plan

Totally seconding the soup suggestion. When I had my wisdom teeth out, I lived off blended veggie soups for days. One thing I'd add is to watch the te...

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RE: How Did You Find a Good Dentist for Your Kid?

Totally agree with the importance of clear explanations. When we were looking for a dentist for our daughter, we visited a few offices first. One dent...

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RE: If your toothbrush could warn you about gum disease...

Honestly, I think they would—at least after some initial skepticism. People were wary about fitness trackers at first too, remember? But now they're e...

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