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RE: tips for healing after mouth biopsy?
Mashed sweet potatoes actually sound like a good idea...wish I'd known that earlier. Did anyone else notice textures being weirdly intense too? I tried pudding thinking it'd be perfect, but it felt oddly thick and gloopy...
RE: My experience with getting teeth whitened professionally
I've been thinking about getting mine whitened professionally, but now I'm kinda nervous... Is the sensitivity really that intense for most people, or is it more of a rare thing? And does the fluoride gel actually help a...
RE: just read about someone's nightmare wisdom tooth extraction
Yeah, exactly - my sister practically ignored the dentist's advice, ate pizza the next day, and healed perfectly. Meanwhile, I'm scheduled for mine soon and already stressing about dry sockets... is it really just luck o...
RE: thumb wars: adventures in breaking the habit
Haha, that's pretty clever. Did the thumb ever get homesick and swim back? 😂 I'm actually curious - how long did it take before your niece caught onto the story being made up? My nephew is going through the same ...
RE: Finding a dentist for gum reshaping is harder than I thought
Yeah, exactly my worry too. Do you think a consult alone is enough to judge their skill level though? I mean, how do you even know what questions to ask or what red flags to watch for... kinda overwhelming tbh.
RE: my tooth survived a root canal - now what?
Did your dentist mention anything about crusty or chewy foods specifically? Mine was pretty firm about avoiding pizza crust and bagels for at least a week...maybe they're just extra cautious, but now I'm wondering if I m...
RE: my dentist says i'm brushing wrong...help me out here
Haha, seriously...I tried timing myself yesterday and barely made it past one minute. How do you even manage two whole minutes without getting bored? Also, does the electric brush really help that much? I've always thoug...
RE: bracing myself for braces - any tips?
Did anyone else find the lip dryness worse than the actual soreness? I'm getting braces next week and honestly, the idea of cracked lips is stressing me out more than the pain itself. I've stocked up on lip balm already,...
RE: Thinking about subtle teeth fixes - anyone else tried these?
I've been thinking about bonding too, but doesn't it chip or stain easily over time? I've heard mixed things about how long it lasts. Did your dentist mention anything about durability or maintenance? I'm a bit anxious a...
RE: Keeping your bridges lasting longer - anyone else tried this?
I've been thinking about trying something like that, but honestly, I'm a bit skeptical about these rust-proof coatings. Do you notice any peeling or flaking after a couple of years? I ask because my neighbor used a simil...
RE: am I the only one confused about flossing before or after brushing?
I've always wondered about the mouthwash thing too - my dentist used to push it pretty hard, but last visit she barely mentioned it. Makes me wonder how much of dental advice is just trends or marketing. Anyway, speaking...
RE: is it possible to heal cavities naturally or am I dreaming?
I've been wondering about remineralizing toothpaste too - does it actually help reverse cavities, or is it more about prevention? I've read some mixed things online, and honestly, it's hard to know what's legit. I mean, ...
RE: any tips for calming kids' nerves before dental visits?
Haha, that's cute...wish I'd thought of something like that when I was younger. Honestly, I still get nervous about dentist visits myself - maybe I should bring my own dinosaur next time? Curious though, does bringing a ...