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RE: What Did You Have To Take Before Your Oral Surgery?
That’s a good point - sometimes I wonder if they just don’t explain enough because they assume you’ll ask if you’re worried? When I had my veneers done, I got a full rundown, but for a simple extraction, I barely got any...
RE: WHY DOES RED WINE ALWAYS FIND THE LIGHT COUCH?
That hits home. I used to be the type who’d panic at every new mark on the couch, especially after a glass of red wine went flying during a game night. I called in a pro cleaning service once, convinced they’d work magic...
RE: Why my morning coffee might be turning my teeth yellow
I actually had the opposite experience - used a “gentle” whitening paste for a few months and didn’t get any sensitivity at all, but barely noticed a change in color. Maybe it’s just me, but I’d almost rather deal with a...
RE: Did you know even a tiny shift in your teeth can mess with your confidence?
This is so relatable. The first time I switched to a different retainer, I kept thinking my “S” sounds were all off. I’d practice saying sentences in the bathroom mirror, like I was prepping for a speech or something. It...
RE: What’s your go-to after jaw surgery: wax, salt water, or just toughing it out?
I get the appeal of silicone, but I actually found it a bit too slippery for my taste - like, every time I tried to talk or eat, it’d shift around and I’d have to readjust. Wax was annoying with the crumbs, true, but at ...
RE: Unexpected Everyday Things That Can Tint Your Teeth
I totally get this. The first time I had clear braces, I was obsessed with checking for stains - especially after eating blueberries. I thought I’d dodged the whole “yellow” thing by avoiding coffee, but nope, those tiny...
RE: How I pack and care for my retainer when traveling - step by step
Totally relate to the TSA struggle - one time I thought my tiny bottle of mouthwash would be fine, but nope, tossed right out. I’ve never tried those UV cases either, partly because I’m skeptical if they do much, but als...
RE: How did you get your kid to ditch the binky?
Pacifier drama is so real. My son was obsessed with a specific brand too - like, he’d do this little inspection and if it wasn’t “his” binky, he’d just drop it on the floor and look at me like I was nuts. I started notic...
RE: Back to business after wisdom tooth removal: the saga continues
Day three is right in the sweet spot of “I want my life back” but also “please don’t let me ruin this healing.” I remember after mine, I tried eating a soft taco way too soon - big mistake, tortilla bits everywhere. Jogg...
RE: I have so many cavities
Nine cavities… yikes, but you’re right, it’s not the end of the world. I had a run-in with a similar situation a few years ago - think it was six or seven at once? Honestly, I was mortified at first. I remember sitting i...
RE: Electric Toothbrushes vs. Manual for Kids: Which Actually Works Better?
Totally get where you’re coming from. My youngest freaked out over the buzzing too, so we stuck with manual for a while. Honestly, if your kid’s brushing well and not just pretending, that’s already a win. The timer tric...
RE: That first week after wisdom teeth removal… did anyone else swear by ice packs?
I actually had the opposite experience with warm compresses - after a few days, switching from ice to gentle heat seemed to help with the aching for me. Maybe it depends on the person? And yeah, those food bits... I swea...
RE: Little things that made getting veneers way easier
Cutting up food became my weird little ritual too. I remember the first couple weeks, I was slicing everything - even soft stuff like pancakes - just to be sure. I totally get the paranoia about chipping one. For me, the...
RE: Kid toothpaste: tiny smear or pea-sized blob? Which do you use?
I’ve always wondered if my obsession with brushing technique mattered more than the amount of toothpaste, but I guess both play a role. When my niece was learning, she’d swallow half the paste no matter how tiny the smea...