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RE: Keeping your teeth happy: what I do for stronger gums and enamel
Yeah, I totally get that - my dentist warned me too about the alcohol ones. I used to think “stronger” meant “better,” but after a few weeks my gums were so sore I was convinced something was seriously wrong. Swapped to ...
RE: What if you show up to your braces consult and forget to ask the important stuff?
I totally get what you mean - my nerves always get the better of me in those consults, and I end up forgetting half my list. Even when I write things down, sometimes I just freeze. But honestly, it’s not the end of the w...
RE: What did you get after your root canal: crown, filling, or something else?
I get nervous about everything dental, so I totally relate to overthinking the crown thing. That was exactly my reaction too. After my root canal, my dentist really pushed for a crown instead of just a filling - said mo...
RE: Why is post-extraction care so confusing?
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, that “just trust your dentist” thing makes me a little uneasy. I’ve had four extractions now (don’t even get me started on my luck), and every single time, the post-op instru...
RE: Electric Toothbrushes vs. Manual for Kids: Which Actually Works Better?
I totally get that. I was super skeptical at first, mostly because I just kept thinking, “Is this really worth the extra money?” But I’ve always worried about missing spots, and honestly, the timer helps me too, not just...
RE: Which one actually gets your teeth cleaner: blasting with water or good ol’ string floss?
I totally get why people like string floss, but honestly, it makes me nervous - especially around my gums. I’ve had a couple of times where I went too hard and ended up with sore spots for days. The water flosser feels g...
RE: How long do those metal tongue cleaners actually last?
That’s honestly been my question too. I get super anxious about germs and bacteria, but I’ve kept my stainless steel scraper for over two years now. I do the same - boil it every so often, give it a good scrub after each...
RE: Anyone dealt with wobbly teeth? What worked for you?
Letting kids decide what they're comfortable with makes sense, but honestly, I just couldn't relax about it. When my nephew had a loose tooth, my sister tried the "let him choose" route, and he ended up biting into a car...
RE: DOES SKIPPING FLOSSING REALLY MATTER? NEW STUDY SAYS MAYBE
This hits home for me. I swear, I could write a novel about my oral hygiene routine, but my teeth still get those annoying “areas to watch.” Meanwhile, my brother skips flossing half the time and somehow has a perfect ch...
RE: Weird sensations after getting braces off - how to make it less awkward?
That’s honestly the most accurate description I’ve heard - USB drives, haha. I remember just sitting there, running my tongue over my teeth and thinking, “Wait, these are *mine*?” The whole thing felt bizarre. I was so w...
RE: Ever heard of onlays instead of crowns after a root canal?
Totally agree with this. I always feel anxious about just going along with the first suggestion, especially when it’s something as permanent as a crown. Honestly, I’ve pushed back a couple times and sometimes the dentist...
RE: How Often Do You Get Fluoride at the Dentist?
I’m with you - those flavors are just weird. I used to get the fluoride every single visit because I was always nervous about cavities, but honestly, after a while I started dreading it more than the cleaning itself. I’v...
RE: How do you know if it's teething or just a fussy baby?
Honestly, I’m right there with you on the dental anxiety - sometimes I feel like I’m more stressed about my kid’s teeth than my own. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve squinted into my son’s mouth, convinced I’d spot s...
RE: Would you risk a week of mouth pain for a perfect smile?
I totally relate to that “gamble” feeling. I’m super cautious with anything dental - honestly, the idea of days of zingers freaks me out way more than yellow-ish teeth ever did. I tried one of those “gentle” whitening st...