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RE: Teeth slightly crooked and it's driving me nuts

Haha, totally agree with this. My teeth shifted years after braces too, even though I wore my retainer religiously for ages. Honestly, at my age, a li...

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RE: Unexpected toothpaste hacks that actually work

I've heard the baking soda trick too, but honestly, toothpaste has saved me more times than I can count. Last summer, I accidentally got permanent mar...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

I've had similar experiences with mine—usually lasts around 6-8 months tops. My dentist suggested soaking it in denture cleaner tablets once or twice ...

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RE: Eating comfortably when your mouth feels like a construction zone

Mashed potatoes were my lifesaver too, but I also found scrambled eggs surprisingly helpful. They're soft, quick to make, and you can tweak the textur...

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RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros

I've never tried peroxide for clothing stains, interesting idea. Usually, I keep a bottle handy for minor cuts and scrapes—never thought about laundry...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

I've had my dentist-made guard for about two years now, and it's still in pretty decent shape. I totally agree about the DIY ones—they never lasted mo...

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RE: Finding the right doc for bone graft surgery—recent story got me thinking

Glad you spoke up—honestly, dentists appreciate it more than we realize. I remember feeling awkward about asking too many questions before my bone gra...

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RE: surviving on smoothies and mashed potatoes: my post-tooth-pulling adventure

Haha, same here! Scrambled eggs were a total game changer for me too. Honestly, mashed potatoes got old real quick. One thing I didn't expect to enjoy...

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RE: surviving on smoothies and mashed potatoes: my post-tooth-pulling adventure

Haha, totally agree about the raisins. They seem harmless until one gets stuck right in that tender spot...ouch. Oatmeal was okay for me, but honestly...

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RE: How Did You Find a Good Dentist for Your Kid?

We went through something similar with our grandkids. Started off at one of those fancy kid-friendly places, but after a while, it just didn't seem wo...

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RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks

Glad it worked out for you, but honestly, I found electric brushes a bit too harsh on my gums at first. Went back to manual with softer bristles and t...

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RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately

I've actually found flossing technique matters less for me personally, and it's more about the type of floss I use. Regular floss always irritated my ...

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RE: surviving on smoothies and mashed potatoes: my post-tooth-pulling adventure

Blended chicken noodle soup...wish I'd thought of that! I mostly stuck to applesauce and pudding cups, but scrambled eggs were a lifesaver for me too....

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RE: ever had to rush your kid to the dentist unexpectedly?

Actually, I'd say if the sensitivity lasts more than a week or feels unusually sharp, it's worth checking in with your dentist. My grandson had a wire...

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RE: Finally confident smiling in photos again

Haha, that's exactly how I felt! Tried it for about a month but didn't see much difference either. Glad I'm not alone in the coffee struggle... cuttin...

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