You nailed it—my mouth felt fine after a week, but my dentist spotted some lingering puffiness too. Did you notice any weird tingling or tightness? I ...
Totally get where you're coming from. I remember when I had braces (and that was a while ago), it always felt like there was something lurking behind ...
That’s interesting—I actually found the splint helpful, but only after my dentist tweaked it about three times. Ever try heat packs or jaw exercises? ...
That’s interesting—our experience was kind of the opposite. We went with zirconia for my granddaughter after she had a porcelain crown chip, but I did...
That’s been my experience too. I tried the charcoal powder craze a while back—looked like a pirate for five minutes, but honestly, my teeth felt sensi...
I know exactly what you mean. Those last few months felt endless for me too, but looking back, I’m glad I stuck it out. Have you noticed if your bite ...
Have you tried those toothbrushes that light up or vibrate? My grandson hated mint too—said it "burned," haha... Switching flavors helped, but the vib...
My dentist was pretty relaxed about crunchy stuff too, but he did specifically warn me about tiny seeds like sesame or chia getting stuck in the extra...
Totally understand feeling anxious beforehand—been there myself. Have you tried deep breathing or guided meditation apps? They really helped me stay c...
Have you tried scrambled eggs yet? They were my go-to—soft, easy to swallow, and you can mix in cheese or avocado for extra calories. Sweet potatoes s...
You're definitely not being overly picky—braces make flossing a whole different ballgame. I switched to cordless too, mainly for convenience and less ...
Yeah, braces definitely aren't just a "few days" of sore gums—I wish! Honestly, I had random days throughout treatment when my teeth felt like they'd ...
Glad you mentioned patience—it's definitely key. Have you noticed if certain distractions or comfort items help ease their anxiety at visits? My grand...
Have you tried switching up your toothpaste too? I used to think my toothbrush was the culprit, but turns out certain toothpastes were making my gums ...
Did you try any sensitivity toothpaste beforehand? My dentist recommended using one for a couple weeks before whitening, and it really helped tone dow...