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RE: Do snacks count differently when they’re eaten with a meal?
- “Starchy” isn’t automatically tooth-friendly: refined, readily broken-down starches can also be used by plaque bacteria to produce acid. For practical choices, consider what the snack is as well as when it’s eaten; hav...
RE: Water flosser pressure: better cleaning or more gum irritation?
I’d question treating an orthodontic tip as inherently better for every braces user. - Access and technique vary. A standard tip at a comfortable pressure may clean more effectively around brackets and the gumline than ...
RE: Keeping dentures fresh when you’re forgetful like me
- Micro-scratches are one of those things you don’t notice at first, but after a few months, they really do make a difference. I see it most with coffee stains - once those tiny scratches build up, even the best soak doe...
RE: Braces in your 30s: did you know teeth can move for life?
- It’s wild how teeth just keep doing their own thing, even decades after braces. - I noticed my bite felt “off” in my early 30s too - thought I was imagining it, but my dentist said minor shifting is super normal. -...
RE: Growing demand for dental services in Tirana
Totally get where you’re coming from. I actually went through something similar - flew out for crowns a couple years back because the price difference was wild. Here’s what stuck with me: - Couldn’t agree more. I had a...
RE: How long did you wait for new dentures after extractions?
- Couldn’t agree more about the mashed potatoes... by week three, I never wanted to see them again. - Healing really does have its own pace - mine dragged out after eight extractions. - The “everyone’s different” lin...
RE: What Helped Me Heal Faster After That Annoying Root Tip Surgery
- Saltwater rinses felt like a chore at first, but honestly, I noticed less swelling and discomfort when I stuck with them. It gets easier after the first couple of days. - About “safe” food: I was super cautious and a...
RE: EASY CLEAN TEETH WITH BRACES: WHAT IF FLOSSING WASN'T AN OPTION?
- Totally agree that mouthwash alone just isn’t enough with braces. - Physical cleaning (brushing, water flosser, or interdental brushes) is key because mouthwash can’t dislodge food or plaque stuck around brackets. ...
RE: Anyone dealt with wobbly teeth? What worked for you?
- - Had similar issues with wobbly teeth during my aligner treatment. Felt unsettling, but my ortho said it’s normal as teeth shift. - Stuck to softer foods for a while - yogurt and scrambled eggs were lifesavers. - N...
RE: How I deal with a busted tooth until I can see the dentist
- Had a similar issue when I tried using temp filling kits - especially after soup or coffee, it’d just slip out. - For me, there was some minor bleeding at first, but mostly just a dull ache unless I chewed on it. -...
RE: Dealing with those sneaky in-between tooth cavities
- Totally get the fear of poking gums - sometimes I feel like I'm doing more harm than good with those little picks. - I’ve found switching up between floss and soft picks helps catch what one misses, but it’s still a ...
RE: Kid Knocked Out a Tooth - What Should I Have Ready at Home?
- Totally agree, the milk advice always felt odd but it’s actually backed by research - keeps the tooth’s cells alive longer. - I keep a small bottle of saline in the car and one at home. Way easier to grab than milk in ...