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RE: Retainer glued in or popping one in and out?

That’s exactly my fear too—my kid would 100% misplace it before the week was out. I actually had a glued-in one as a teen and cleaning was... not fun....

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RE: Picking the right color for your braces bands: my go-to trick

I’m getting braces next week and this color stuff is stressing me out way more than I thought it would. I was set on light blue, but now I’m worried a...

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RE: Thinking about getting veneers—does bonding really last?

That’s exactly how I’m feeling right now—nervous but hopeful. I keep worrying I’ll chip mine on something dumb (popcorn, seriously?!). Good to know re...

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RE: Saw this story about a new “braces-friendly” school lunch menu—what do you pack for your kids?

Totally agree about wraps—way easier to manage, especially when your mouth’s aching. I was nervous about what I’d even be able to eat with braces, but...

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RE: Getting my 4-year-old to stop sucking her thumb... help?

Backing off sounds like it worked for you, which is honestly kind of comforting. I keep worrying I’m not doing enough, but maybe I just need to chill ...

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RE: Keeping a tooth alive after a root canal—anyone else paranoid?

I totally get the worry—having a “dead” tooth just sounds weird, right? I had a root canal on one of my front teeth before I got braces. Honestly, I w...

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RE: Keeping pain at bay after wisdom tooth extraction: worth the fuss?

I get what you mean about the salt rinse—mine tasted weirdly metallic too, and I kept second-guessing if I was doing it right or too much. My dentist ...

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RE: Creamy, Gritty, or Gel? What’s Your Toothpaste Texture Go-To

I totally get the worry about micro-scratches. I’ve been paranoid about that too, especially since my attachments already feel a bit rough sometimes. ...

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RE: How long did you wait for new dentures after extractions?

Yeah, this is my biggest worry too. My dentist just said, “We’ll adjust as you heal,” which sounds a bit vague… I’m hoping it won’t be constant trips ...

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RE: Which is easier: healing from a simple extraction or a surgical one?

That’s wild—my dentist told me a simple extraction would be no big deal, but now I’m kinda nervous after reading this. I keep worrying about food gett...

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RE: IMPLANTS VS. DENTURES: DID YOU ACTUALLY FEEL A DIFFERENCE?

I’m about to get my first implant and honestly, reading this makes me feel a bit better. I keep worrying it’ll feel super weird or like it’s gonna fal...

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RE: Anyone dealt with wobbly teeth? What worked for you?

Totally relate to the carrot thing—mine basically crumbled, and I had to abandon ship. I actually did try one of those silicone mouth guards, but hone...

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RE: Which Feels Better: Custom Vs. Boil-And-Bite Mouthguards?

I get what you mean about the custom ones eventually feeling normal, but honestly, I’m still struggling with mine. Maybe I’m just extra sensitive or a...

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RE: How do you cope when facing a dental redo?

I get why people stash cash for this stuff, but honestly, I’ve started using one of those health savings apps instead. I’m always worried I’ll forget ...

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RE: Keeping Teeth Clean Without Breaking the Bank: My Cheap Floss Routine

Haha, I totally get this. Every time I try to floss while watching something funny, I either almost choke or drop the floss. I really wanted the water...

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