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RE: Getting ready for oral surgery - my game plan
Soups definitely sound like a practical alternative, especially when you're recovering and energy levels might be low. Did you find certain ingredients easier on your mouth after surgery, or did you just go with whatever...
RE: My dentist convinced me to switch to electric - now I'm lost in toothbrush land
I get what you're saying about timers feeling a bit like homework sometimes. When I first switched to electric, I was pretty overwhelmed by all the features and recommendations too. Honestly, I found that focusing too mu...
RE: struggling with pain after bone graft - anyone else dealing with this?
I totally get what you're going through. After my graft, I kept thinking if I just toughed it out, I'd heal faster - definitely learned the hard way that's not how it works. My dentist gave similar advice: mild discomfor...
RE: Hypothetically, if you tried extracting some herbal stuff at home - like oils or tinctures - and it went kinda wrong (maybe too strong or weird smell or something), how would you fix it?
Vanilla does seem like a gentle fix, but honestly, I've found it can sometimes muddy the original scent profile rather than just softening harsh notes. When I tried adding vanilla to a rosemary blend that turned out over...
RE: How does this Root Canal Retreatment seem? Filed too much?
I totally get what you're going through - after my root canal retreatment, even the tiniest shift felt huge. It took a couple weeks for things to feel normal again, but eventually it did settle down. Hang in there, it re...
RE: The Great Mouthguard Mystery: A Tale of the Vanishing Case
I've had similar experiences with discoloration, especially when I first got mine and was soaking it in warm water regularly. I also noticed certain denture tablets seemed harsher than others - one brand in particular le...
RE: finally figured out the best floss-mouthwash routine
I completely understand your concern here. When I first got braces, my orthodontist recommended interdental brushes, and even as a teen, I found them pretty uncomfortable at first. It took some practice to get the pressu...