You're definitely not alone in feeling that way. I've seen plenty of patients who prefer IV sedation exactly for that reason—sometimes a good nap afte...
Yeah, that's actually pretty common from what I've seen with patients. I had a graft myself a few years back, and even knowing what to expect professi...
Yeah, totally agree with this. Comfort really is key. Reminds me of a patient I had who was dead-set against electric brushes because she said they ti...
I totally get that feeling. When my son first got braces, it felt like every tiny ache or discomfort was magnified times a hundred. I remember one nig...
I've noticed similar results with my patients too. One older gentleman I see regularly was pretty resistant to any techy toothbrushes...until his daug...
Glad to hear the custom guard worked out for you! I've seen plenty of patients who've had similar experiences—initially dismissing grinding as minor, ...
Totally agree nitrous oxide can be underrated. I've seen plenty of patients surprised by how smoothly things went with just laughing gas. But everyone...
Haha, that description is spot-on. Reminds me of when I first got braces myself—I was convinced I'd never eat normally again. I remember trying to bit...
Totally get what you're saying about attitude making all the difference. I've seen this firsthand with a lot of kids who come into our practice. We do...
Haha, you're definitely not alone there. I've had plenty of patients sheepishly admit to redecorating their bathroom mirrors when they first switched ...
Haha, the sock drawer—classic! I've heard so many mouthguard stories over the years, and honestly, they never get old. One patient of mine swore their...
Haha, totally relate to this! I've seen patients switch between methods a bunch—really, whatever keeps you consistent is golden. Braces are tough enou...
Totally agree—saltwater rinses can be surprisingly effective. I've seen plenty of patients hesitant at first, but once they give it a shot, they're us...
Cold applesauce was a lifesaver for my daughter too after her gum surgery. We tried smoothies first, but she complained they were too cold and sugary—...
Haha, I totally get this! I had a patient once who brought in her own little portable fan for oral surgery—said it reminded her of childhood summers a...