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RE: If Your Braces Hurt Like Crazy At Night, What’s Your Go-To Fix?

That disappearing wax thing drove me up the wall too—sometimes I’d find little bits stuck to my pillow and just wonder how much I’d swallowed. Warm sa...

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RE: Back to business after wisdom tooth removal: the saga continues

That’s so relatable. The tingling freaked me out way more than I expected—felt like my whole chin was buzzing for ages. My oral surgeon warned me abou...

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RE: Switching to floss picks totally changed my nightly routine

Those spiral brushes are oddly satisfying, right? I used to have a stash of them when I had braces, and honestly, they were the only thing that made m...

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RE: Finally stopped my teeth from wiggling—here’s what worked for me

I agree that stress plays a role, but sometimes it’s not just about relaxation or simple jaw stretches. In my experience, underlying bite issues or ev...

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RE: Making the switch: how I use my water flosser (and where I still mess up)

That’s spot on. I’ve found if I keep my elbows tucked in and use a short-sleeve shirt, it helps a bit with the sleeve situation. Still, there’s always...

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RE: Brushing your teeth could be good for your heart too?

It’s wild how much our mouths connect to the rest of us—definitely more than I used to think. I read a study a while back that showed people with gum ...

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RE: Worth it for kids’ teeth? Our fluoride varnish experience

The stickiness is usually just a few hours, not all day. It’s definitely less invasive than a filling, and there’s good evidence it lowers cavity risk...

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RE: Tips for keeping sane after getting a dry socket

Clove oil’s wild, right? I tried it after my extraction and honestly, the burn was almost as distracting as the pain itself... but it did take the edg...

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RE: Is it just me or are whitening treatments way more confusing than they should be?

That “zing” you mentioned is all too familiar. I tried the bargain strips once, and it felt like I’d just chewed on tinfoil—definitely not my favorite...

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RE: Would you risk a week of mouth pain for a perfect smile?

I'm glad veneers worked out for you, but I do wonder about the long-term impact. My dentist warned me that prepping teeth for veneers means removing e...

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RE: How do you feel about fluoride in your tap water?

That resonates with me. I was skeptical about fluoride for years—kept reading headlines and second-guessing every sip. My turning point was when my de...

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RE: Worried about stitches after implant surgery

I get wanting to avoid another bill, but honestly, if the stitches look “fuzzy” or start fraying a lot, I’d probably check in with your dentist just i...

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RE: Hypothetically, if you tried extracting some herbal stuff at home—like oils or tinctures—and it went kinda wrong (maybe too strong or weird smell or something), how would you fix it?

I get the urge to salvage a batch that goes sideways, but honestly, I’m not convinced adding carrier oil really fixes the core issue. You might make i...

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RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros

I’ve noticed the same thing—those micro-scratches add up over time. It’s wild how even the softest brush can leave marks. I’ve read that denture table...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

I hear you on that. It’s kind of a gamble, isn’t it? I’ve tried both custom and online guards, and honestly, the custom one did feel sturdier, but it ...

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