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RE: Struggling to pronounce certain words with new dentures—anyone else?

Man, the “marbles in the mouth” feeling is so real. I kept messing up words with a lot of S’s and T’s for weeks. Honestly, I started practicing by rea...

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RE: What signs help you identify poor aligner tracking early?

Yeah, that “loose” feeling always throws me off too. I start wondering if it’s just a random fit issue or if my teeth are being stubborn (again). Do y...

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RE: Keeping your teeth happy: what I do for stronger gums and enamel

I know what you mean about the gadgets. I looked at those electric brushes with all the bells and whistles, but honestly, my $2 manual one gets the jo...

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RE: Saw this story about a new “braces-friendly” school lunch menu—what do you pack for your kids?

That’s actually a smart trick with the frozen cheese sticks—never thought of that. I’ve tried sending yogurt tubes frozen, but sometimes they’re still...

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RE: Which whitening toothpaste actually works for you?

I get what you mean, but honestly, I’ve had a bit of a different experience. I tried a bunch of those “whitening” mouthwashes and pastes—some of them ...

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RE: Keeping pain at bay after wisdom tooth extraction: worth the fuss?

We did the whole spreadsheet thing too, but mainly because I was paranoid about missing a dose and having to shell out for another emergency visit. Di...

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RE: Keeping sore gums in check: what actually works for you?

Same here, I got a water flosser on sale and honestly, it just feels like a fancy way to make a mess at my sink. Floss sticks seem to do more for me. ...

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RE: Finally stopped my teeth from wiggling—here’s what worked for me

Totally get what you mean about the tablets. I used to think they were a cheap fix, but after a while, it’s like the freshness just fades and the reta...

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RE: IMPLANTS VS. DENTURES: DID YOU ACTUALLY FEEL A DIFFERENCE?

That’s interesting—you really noticed a big difference with eating stuff like corn on the cob? I’ve always worried about the cost of implants vs. dent...

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RE: Which one actually gets your teeth cleaner: blasting with water or good ol’ string floss?

I’ve wondered the same thing about water flossers—like, it feels gentle and honestly kind of fun to use, but I’m never sure if it’s actually getting a...

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RE: Dealing with a little dental dread in my house

I’d take a sticker over a $5 “comfort fee” any day, honestly. Heads-up about costs actually helps my nerves as much as knowing what the drill’s for. D...

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RE: Custom Teeth Whitening Trays: Did You Know They’re Reusable?

I get what you’re saying about buildup, but honestly, I’ve just stuck with plain water rinses so far and haven’t noticed any gross stains or smells. M...

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RE: Which Feels Better: Custom Vs. Boil-And-Bite Mouthguards?

That’s interesting because my teeth definitely started to shift after a year or two with boil-and-bite guards. Maybe I just didn’t get the fit right, ...

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RE: WHICH WAY DID YOU GO WHEN REPLACING A MISSING TOOTH?

I totally get where you’re coming from—the cost of implants is wild, and honestly, the idea of surgery freaked me out too. Did your insurance cover mo...

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RE: Whitening strips and tooth pain: how do you avoid it?

I get what you mean about custom trays being less irritating, but honestly, the price tag is tough for me to justify. Did you notice any difference b...

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