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RE: Which is easier: healing from a simple extraction or a surgical one?
I tried the warm compress thing after my last surgical extraction - honestly, it made a difference for me, but not right away. The first couple days, my jaw was just locked up and sore no matter what I did. After about d...
RE: Weird tricks for stopping braces from tearing up my cheeks?
Never tried sugarless gum for that, but I might have missed out. I mostly relied on the orthodontic wax, but honestly, it kept falling off if I drank anything warm. Did anyone else find the salt water rinse only helped a...
RE: Chewing Gum That Actually Works For Gross Breath?
Honestly, I’ve thrown so many “miracle” breath products in the trash because my kid hated the flavor or texture. Anyone else notice some sugar-free gums taste weirdly chemical? I stick to regular Orbit - nothing fancy, b...
RE: Weirdest pain after getting braces tightened - normal or not?
Yeah, that buzzing with cold air is exactly what I got too. It’s wild how your brain mixes up where the pain’s coming from - sometimes I’d swear my cheekbone was throbbing, not my teeth. Ever notice if it gets worse at n...
RE: Little tricks that helped me recover after gum surgery
Yeah, I was surprised by how strict those post-op instructions are too. The tech side of me actually liked the alarm approach - used my smartwatch for reminders and it honestly took a load off my mind. Did you track your...
RE: KIDS' TOOTHBRUSHES: ELECTRIC VS MANUAL - WHAT'S WORKING FOR YOUR FAMILY?
We tried electric for both my kids, but one of them just kept playing with the vibrations and barely brushed. I’m curious - has anyone found a quieter electric brush that’s less distracting? Or is it just a matter of age...
RE: Braces for buck teeth vs deep bite: did you know there’s a difference?
Metal mouth life is wild, honestly. I remember the first few weeks, my lips felt like they were getting sandpapered every time I talked or ate. I tried those wax covers too, but half the time they’d fall off before lunch...
RE: Tricks that made my kid's braces journey less stressful
Yeah, I totally hear you on the “survival kit” idea - seems like such a no-brainer, right? Those silicone covers sound way better than wax melting everywhere, although I’m surprised ortho offices don’t recommend them by ...
RE: Cleaning Teeth Professionally vs. DIY Before Braces - Which Did You Choose?
Honestly, I ditched the threaders after a week - I just couldn’t get the hang of them. Water flosser’s way less annoying, but am I the only one who feels like it doesn’t get *everything*? Like, I’ll use it and still find...