Sticky snacks are definitely a sneaky culprit—granola bars seem healthy, but the combo of sugar and stickiness isn’t great for teeth. Rinsing with wat...
That’s definitely a perk of the Hawley. I’ve seen so many melted Essix retainers come through the office—usually after someone forgets and runs it und...
You’re not alone there—brush heads seem to vanish at my place too, and I’m still not sure where they go. Honestly, electric brushes are great for tech...
You’re spot on with tongue scraping—it’s underrated for sure. I’ve seen a lot of people surprised by how much it helps with morning breath, especially...
Honestly, sensitive toothpaste can help a bit, but it’s not a magic fix. I usually tell people to use it for a week or two before starting strips. Som...
Tingling for a few days is pretty common after a root canal—nerves can be slow to calm down. Following the aftercare really does help, especially with...
You’re spot on about the food variety making a difference. I see so many people get stuck with just the sweet, cold stuff and end up cranky or just no...
That “off” feeling after a root canal and crown isn’t unusual, especially in the first few months. Sometimes it’s just your bite adjusting, or your br...
Definitely not just you. Skipping flossing even for a few days can make gums feel tender, especially as we get older. Gums just don’t bounce back as q...
Honestly, you’re spot on. Oil pulling and baking soda both get hyped, but the basics—brushing, flossing, and seeing your dentist—really do the heavy l...
You nailed it—waiting it out with teeth, especially with kids, usually backfires. I’ve seen way too many “it didn’t hurt at first” cases turn into swo...
Flavored toothpaste definitely helps—seen it plenty of times in the clinic. Mint can be a bit strong for toddlers, so fruity flavors usually go down e...
Fresh fruit is definitely better than candy, but even natural sugars can be sneaky. Pairing with cheese or yogurt helps a bit, sure, but it's not a ma...
Totally agree about the sensitivity toothpaste—it really helps. In my experience, though, cutting back on coffee beforehand can still make a slight di...
Haha, I've seen this work surprisingly well. Had a patient once who insisted on listening to horror audiobooks during root canals—said it made the pro...