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RE: Kicked gum disease’s butt—anyone else turn things around?

I can totally relate to the whole “lost cause” feeling. I skipped cleanings for way too long because, honestly, the cost freaked me out and I kept put...

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RE: The day my tongue cleaner became a secret weapon

That’s exactly what happened with me. The first time I tried a metal one, I actually thought maybe I’d wasted my money. I kept thinking, “Couldn’t I j...

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RE: Water flossers showdown: cordless vs countertop, what's your pick?

Totally get what you mean about the power—my dentist kept hinting I should try a water flosser, but I dragged my feet because the countertop ones just...

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RE: Tricks to get kids excited about brushing teeth

Letting kids pick their own toothpaste was a game-changer for us too—my daughter went through a whole “strawberry sparkle” phase. I used to worry that...

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RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally

I had almost the exact opposite experience—went straight for the trays because I was nervous about sensitivity and figured it'd be cheaper. Well, turn...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

Glad you mentioned this—I was convinced my tea drinking was shortening my guard's lifespan too! Mine usually lasts around 18 months, but honestly, I s...

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RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally

I had a similar experience with sensitivity after professional whitening, so you're definitely not alone there. I remember being super excited about f...

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RE: Unexpected toothpaste hacks that actually work

I tried baking soda toothpaste once on a camping trip because I forgot mine at home. Honestly, at first it felt like brushing my teeth with ocean wate...

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RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally

I had a similar worry about the dentist suggesting multiple shorter sessions—mostly because of the cost adding up. Did you find the price difference n...

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RE: Water flossers showdown: cordless vs countertop, what's your pick?

I've been debating this exact thing lately because my dentist recommended a water flosser, but countertop models seem pricey and bulky. I'm always wor...

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RE: fluoride in toothpaste—do you worry about it?

I've been cautious about fluoride too, but honestly, after switching to fluoride-free toothpaste for a while, I started noticing my teeth felt more se...

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RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally

Ugh, that "zing" feeling is exactly why I've been putting off whitening my teeth again. Last time, I thought I'd be smart and save money by using a ch...

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RE: tips for healing after mouth biopsy?

I get what you're saying about smoothies being soothing, but honestly, they didn't work that great for me. I was super anxious about anything cold hit...

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RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately

Totally relate to this. Regular floss always left my gums feeling sore and even a bit swollen, no matter how careful I was. I hesitated for ages befor...

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RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants

I totally get the anxiety—had mine done about two months ago and was in the same boat with googling everything beforehand. Honestly, mashed potatoes w...

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