traveler23
@traveler23
Eminent Member
Joined:
Topics: 2 / Replies: 21
Reply
RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?

I went the monthly route myself, but totally see your point about unexpected stuff popping up. Halfway through, my fridge decided to die on me (perfec...

Reply
RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally

I understand the hesitation about sensitivity toothpaste not being essential, but from personal experience, it can genuinely make a noticeable differe...

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

I completely agree about bedside manner being crucial. When I had my dental implants done a couple of years ago, I initially consulted with a highly r...

Reply
RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

Yogurt makes sense, actually... I've heard from others that cool, creamy textures can soothe irritation better than something dry like bread. Did you ...

Reply
RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately

I completely agree with this. After my braces came off, I experienced similar gum sensitivity issues. It took me a while to realize that brushing too ...

Reply
RE: My dentist convinced me to switch to electric—now I'm lost in toothbrush land

Totally relate to your experience—I think vibration intensity plays a bigger role than most realize. Brush head shape matters too, but I've noticed ev...

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

I understand distractions can definitely ease anxiety initially, but from personal experience, building trust early on seems more beneficial long-term...

Reply
RE: finally brace-free—how would you mark the occasion?

Totally agree, the hesitation fades pretty quickly. I remember feeling nervous about biting into anything crunchy at first too—I stuck with softer foo...

Reply
RE: Frustrated with how fast bottle decay happens to kids' teeth

Definitely agree with you on finding that "magic distraction"—sometimes kids just need a little nudge toward something new. Bottle decay can indeed es...

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

That's great your dentist remembers your son's superhero—little touches like that really help. Our dentist has a fish tank in the waiting room, and ho...

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

I've actually heard dentists say bonding typically lasts anywhere from 5 to 10 years, depending on how well you care for it and your eating habits. My...

Reply
RE: Quick tricks for brighter teeth by morning?

Totally agree, lemon peels are definitely a no-go. I've also heard of people using activated charcoal regularly—seems harmless, right? But turns out i...

Reply
RE: my teeth whitening kit feels like a sci-fi prop

That's a good point about the gel amount—I had a similar experience when I first started whitening. Even though my kit had instructions, they weren't ...

Reply
RE: Chewing over citrus vs supplements for healthier gums

I've definitely noticed that citrus sensitivity myself—after a week of daily grapefruit, my gums felt noticeably tender. Switching to kiwi and strawbe...

Reply
RE: how often do you guys actually swap out your retainers?

I've had similar thoughts—my orthodontist mentioned briefly that around 3-5 years is generally okay, assuming you're meticulous about cleaning. But I'...

Page 1 / 2
Scroll to Top