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timdiyer
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RE: how thorough are you with dental checkups?
Yeah, totally get what you're saying here. I'm actually in a similar boat right now - my dentist pointed out something suspicious last visit, but it wasn't bothering me at all. I'm thinking about getting a second opinion...
RE: Grinding teeth at night...what if you ignored it?
I've been wondering about this too, actually. I've used a mouthguard for a while now, and yeah, it helps protect my teeth, but it doesn't really stop the grinding itself. I get what you're saying about acupuncture and bi...
RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately
Yeah, I felt the same way at first. My dentist actually recommended sticking with the electric toothbrush, but using it on a lower setting and holding it super lightly against my teeth. Took a few days to get used to it,...
RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally
Yeah, prepping with sensitive toothpaste made a noticeable difference for me too. I was pretty worried about sensitivity since my teeth are usually touchy even without whitening. My dentist actually recommended using sen...
RE: finally figured out the best floss-mouthwash routine
I've wondered about this too... From what my dentist told me, mouthwash doesn't really loosen stuff up beforehand - it's mostly antibacterial and for freshening breath. Flossing first makes sense because you're physicall...
RE: My dentist convinced me to switch to electric - now I'm lost in toothbrush land
I've wondered about that too...maybe it's more about brushing technique than the brush itself? My dentist mentioned timing matters a lot - like, do electric brushes just make it easier to brush long enough without gettin...
RE: my dental implants still feel amazing after 8 years - here's what worked for me
Interesting to read these different experiences. I'm actually in the middle of figuring out what works best for my implants right now. My dentist is pretty insistent about interdental brushes, but like you said, they fee...
RE: metal mouth maintenance: what's your cleaning style?
I feel you on the anxiety thing... braces definitely made me hyper-aware of my teeth. I tried the water flosser for a while, but honestly, it felt like it wasn't getting everything out. Maybe I was just using it wrong? A...
RE: metal mouth maintenance: what's your cleaning style?
I see your point about practicality, but I'm still not totally sold on water flossers. My dentist keeps pushing traditional floss, saying water flossers don't quite get between tight teeth as effectively... anyone else h...
RE: fluoride in toothpaste - do you worry about it?
I've been curious about hydroxyapatite too, but I'm still a bit wary of ditching fluoride entirely. My dentist said similar things - there's potential but not enough long-term data yet, so I totally get your hesitation. ...
RE: Feeling self-conscious about new dentures, any tips?
I haven't gotten dentures myself yet, but I'm actually lurking here because my dentist mentioned I might need them soon-ish. Honestly, your post kinda sums up exactly what I'm worried about. I've heard from a friend who ...
RE: Simple habits to keep your gums healthy
I've actually tried flossing in the shower too, and yeah, it's way easier to remember when it's part of your routine. But I haven't tried those interdental brushes yet...do they really make that much difference compared ...