Dental care discussions and local services.
writing132
Discussion activity
Topics and replies this member has contributed.
RE: Which floss brands actually last through the whole mouth?
My kid’s dentist gave us woven floss samples too - honestly, they seem sturdier than Glide for tight spots. But I’m curious, does anyone else’s kid complain about the woven stuff feeling “scratchy”? Mine’s super picky, s...
RE: Floss picks or classic string floss: which actually works better for gums?
I’ve got a kid who hates flossing, so we’ve tried both. Honestly, string floss does a better job when I do it for him - gets around those back teeth way better. Picks are easier for him to handle, though, and he actually...
RE: Tooth Knocked Out At Playground - What Would You Do?
You’d think losing a tooth would be treated like a full-on emergency, but from my experience, schools just kind of wing it. My daughter lost her front tooth during recess last year and the nurse handed it to me in a dry ...
RE: Retainer glued in or popping one in and out?
That’s interesting. My kid’s ortho is pushing for a fixed retainer, but I keep going back and forth. The “trapped” feeling is exactly what I’m worried about for her - she’s super picky about textures and anything that fe...
RE: Saw this story about a new “braces-friendly” school lunch menu - what do you pack for your kids?
We’ve tried the avocado rolls a few times - my daughter’s not wild about the sticky rice, but my son actually likes it, which surprised me. I think it depends on the kid’s texture thing. If your kiddo is really picky abo...
RE: Little things that helped me cope after diagnosis
I get what you’re saying about the waiting room “comforts.” For me, with my kid, the magazines and plants don’t really do much. Half the time I’m too busy keeping her calm or distracted anyway. I’ve actually found talkin...
RE: Pain relief that actually works for dry socket?
Honestly, I get why people want the dentist to pack it right away, but when my kid had a dry socket, we actually waited a bit before going in. The clove stuff freaked him out - he hated the taste and the numbness made hi...
RE: How long did you wait for new dentures after extractions?
We went through this with my daughter last year. The dentist recommended waiting about 10 weeks after extractions before starting the denture process, just to make sure her gums settled. It felt like forever, but the end...
RE: Anyone dealt with wobbly teeth? What worked for you?
That’s interesting about the spices. My kid didn’t really react to spicy food, but anything crunchy or too hot would make things worse. Swelling was mostly after dinner, especially if she’d had chips or toast. We ended u...
RE: How I deal with a busted tooth until I can see the dentist
Honestly, dental cement was a lifesaver for my kid when his filling fell out right before a holiday. Yeah, it’s not perfect, but the wax and gum just wouldn’t stay put - especially with him eating every five minutes. Nev...
RE: KIDS' TOOTHBRUSHES: ELECTRIC VS MANUAL - WHAT'S WORKING FOR YOUR FAMILY?
We tried the disclosing tablets too - my daughter thought it was hilarious at first, but she got annoyed with the mess pretty quick. I agree, though, it did help her realize where she was missing spots. On the toothbrush...
RE: Making brushing fun for little ones - what actually works?
Letting them pick the song works about half the time for us. Sometimes it turns into a full-on bathroom dance party and the toothbrush is just a prop, but hey, at least everyone’s in a good mood. I’ve kind of accepted th...
RE: Custom Teeth Whitening Trays: Did You Know They’re Reusable?
We’ve been using those denture tabs for my son’s trays too. His orthodontist mentioned them as an option, and honestly, they’re just way easier than messing with baking soda or vinegar. I get what you mean about the clou...
RE: Which is better: letting a retreatment heal naturally or pushing for a quick fix?
Patience is not my strong suit, especially when it’s my kid in the dentist’s chair. After her retreatment, I wanted answers fast - like, is it fixed or not? But our dentist was all about the “wait and watch” approach. I’...
RE: Worth it for kids’ teeth? Our fluoride varnish experience
We’ve had almost the exact same debate at our house. My daughter’s a really careful brusher, and we’re strict about limiting sugar, so I honestly thought we were good. But her dentist still pushed for the varnish every s...