That “weird taste” is honestly one of the most underrated annoyances—totally messes with your appetite and focus. I remember thinking cold foods would...
Funny, I’ve actually seen a few folks get a little too excited about water flossers—don’t get me wrong, they can help, but I’ve noticed in my own rout...
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, I’d push back a bit on the idea that it’s “normal” for gums to bleed at first. Sometimes bleeding means...
I totally get the vinegar thing—one time I tried it in a pinch, and even after a solid rinse, my partial tasted like a salad for the rest of the day. ...
That splash gets me every time—no matter how careful I am, there’s always a little mist on the mirror or, worse, a stray dribble down the cabinet. I’v...
Haha, oatmeal seems to be one of those polarizing foods—either kids love it or they act like you're serving them wallpaper paste. My daughter had brac...
I've definitely seen that shifting happen with patients—it's actually pretty common. Teeth don't always move in a perfectly linear fashion, and someti...
Olive oil definitely has its own flavor—it's subtle for cooking but can be pretty noticeable in oral care stuff. Grapeseed oil is lighter and more neu...
My dad went through something similar. He debated forever because implants seemed pricey upfront. Ended up choosing implants anyway, and honestly, he'...
Totally get the ramen and oatmeal struggle—been there myself after dental surgery. But gotta gently disagree on the mac 'n cheese front. Comforting, s...
This brings back some memories... when my daughter first got her braces, she spent days complaining about the discomfort. Honestly, I thought she was ...
Your experience really highlights something I've noticed over the years—it's often the small gestures that patients remember most clearly. I've seen p...
I completely relate to this. When I had my wisdom teeth out, I opted for IV sedation after previously trying laughing gas for a filling and feeling wa...
I totally agree with trying the cheaper route first—those dentist-made guards can be pretty steep. But as someone who's dealt with a ton of patients g...