swriter83
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RE: fluoride in toothpaste—do you worry about it?

I've been fluoride-free for about three years now, and honestly, my dental checkups have stayed pretty consistent. But I should probably mention—I’m a...

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RE: Getting ready for oral surgery—my game plan

I totally get what you're saying about texture being the bigger deal. For me, temperature actually did matter quite a bit, but not in the way I expect...

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RE: The Great Mouthguard Mystery: A Tale of the Vanishing Case

My cat once got obsessed with my nightguard case—I swear, she treated it like some rare treasure I'd hidden just for her. I think you're onto somethin...

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RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately

That's true, but sometimes dentists can jump the gun too. My previous dentist recommended deep cleaning right away, but when I got a second opinion el...

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RE: traveling with dentures—anyone else had awkward moments?

I totally get that retainer paranoia—I remember once waking up mid-flight, convinced I'd lost mine somewhere under the seat. 😅 Wonder if dentu...

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RE: traveling with dentures—anyone else had awkward moments?

Haha, your story reminded me of my first cruise after getting dentures. Thought I'd be clever and packed extra adhesive tubes—figured I was prepared f...

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RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?

We went monthly too, mostly because the upfront cost felt a bit overwhelming at the time. Honestly, I think peace of mind is worth a lot when you're d...

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RE: how thorough are you with dental checkups?

I get the hesitation about X-rays, totally understandable. I used to skip them too, thinking it was just an unnecessary extra step. But then my dentis...

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RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately

I've had similar issues actually, those interdental brushes felt kinda rough at first. Turns out, sizing really matters. The first time I tried them, ...

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RE: Teeth Feel Like They're in a Vice—Anyone Got Tips?

Funny you mention pillows... I went through something similar. For weeks, I'd wake up feeling like someone had been tightening screws in my jaw overni...

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RE: Surviving the Liquid Food Life After Jaw Surgery

I blended avocado into my shakes a few times after my surgery, and honestly, it wasn't bad at all. It made the texture super creamy and smooth, almost...

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