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RE: Bottle nipple wear and cleaning routine: when should feeding parts be replaced?
Check the care instructions for each part before putting it in the dishwasher or a sterilizer. Some nipples, valves, or other small components may not be approved for that heat. If a part changes shape or fit, replace th...
RE: Which feels more natural to you: fixed implants or removable dentures?
- Gotta say, I’m with your aunt on the partials. Being able to take it out at night is actually a big plus for me - just feels cleaner somehow. - - I like the tech behind implants, but sometimes simple is better. I ...
RE: When your favorite water bottle starts to smell funky
- Gotta say, I’ve had better luck with silicone lid liners than UV caps. - - I hear you, but have you tried tossing the whole lid (if it’s dishwasher safe) in the top rack? That’s been a game-changer for me - no mor...
RE: Best ways to soothe a teething baby (besides the usual stuff?)
- Totally agree on the cold washcloth - sometimes the simplest stuff just wins out over all the flashy gear. - Tried a vibrating teether once and honestly, my kid looked at me like I’d handed him an alien artifact. Not a...
RE: What’s your go-to after jaw surgery: wax, salt water, or just toughing it out?
- Totally get what you mean about silicone - felt like chewing on a mouthguard half the time. - Wax was my main go-to, but yeah, it’s like it vanished every time I ate something warm. - Salt water rinses did more for my ...
RE: Crowns after root canal: always, sometimes, or nah?
- Gotta admit, I was in the “nah” camp for crowns after root canals on kids’ teeth… until my nephew’s molar cracked like a phone screen after a filling. Total mess, and yep, back to the dentist we went. - Those molars r...
RE: Root Canal Nerves: Did Anyone Else Actually Feel Relieved Afterward?
- Honestly, I wish mine had gone that smoothly. My root canal last summer was way more intense than I expected. - The numbing took forever to kick in, and even then I felt some weird pressure the whole time. Not exactly ...
RE: If Your Braces Hurt Like Crazy At Night, What’s Your Go-To Fix?
- Totally relate to the wax struggle... sometimes it feels like it just evaporates. - I’ve actually tried those silicone wax alternatives - mixed results, but they hold up a bit better for me. - Cold packs are my def...
RE: Getting my bite back on track: anyone else with a weird jaw journey?
- Totally relate to the elastic struggle - my teen would always forget unless I set reminders on her phone. Tech to the rescue, honestly. - We used a simple timer app after meals. Not perfect, but helped cut down on miss...