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RE: Why does every night guard feel like a mouthful of plastic?
I know exactly what you mean about the “mini helmet.” When my dentist first handed me mine, I remember thinking there was no way I’d ever get used to sleeping with that chunk of plastic wedged in my mouth. The first nigh...
RE: Swapping string floss for a water jet - worth it?
String floss has always been a hassle for me, honestly. I remember my dentist years ago showing me how to do it properly, but I could never get the hang of it without hurting myself or making my gums bleed. I’d get so an...
RE: Would you wait or go straight for an implant after losing a tooth?
I get nervous about leaving a gap too, especially since I’ve always heard your teeth can shift around if you wait too long. But honestly, a few months doesn’t seem to have made much difference for me either. The waiting ...
RE: WOULD YOU NOTICE IF SOMETHING FELT "OFF" IN YOUR MOUTH?
I get what you mean about feeling dramatic - my family teases me for being a “worst case scenario” thinker, but honestly, I’d rather be safe than sorry. I had a spot on my cheek last year that just wouldn’t go away. It w...
RE: Quick fix for brighter teeth - baking soda vs activated charcoal?
It’s honestly such a relief to hear I’m not the only one who worries about this. I’ve spent way too much time in the bathroom mirror, squinting at my crowns and natural teeth under different lights, trying to convince my...
RE: Toddler teeth trouble - what would you do?
I get nervous just thinking about kids and their teeth, honestly. My grandkids visit sometimes and I always hover when they brush - probably drives their parents nuts. I remember when my own kids were little, I was so wo...
RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros
I’ve been so paranoid about staining since I started wearing these trays. I swear, the first week I was convinced I’d ruined them just from one cup of tea. Tried the straw thing too - felt silly, and like you said, it di...
RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?
I'm glad I'm not the only one who feels this way. I've had a few mouthguards over the years, and honestly, mine never seem to make it past 6 months without getting pretty gross. I don't even grind that hard (at least I d...
RE: Tricks to get kids excited about brushing teeth
Digital stickers seem fun, but honestly, nothing beats good old-fashioned bribery. I remember trying everything to get my daughter to brush longer - songs, timers, even fancy toothbrushes that lit up. Nothing worked unti...
RE: Braces for underbite taking forever and a day
I totally get where you're coming from with the frustration about the "wait and see" method. I've been there myself, and honestly, I think orthodontists sometimes rely too heavily on patience without clearly communicatin...
RE: Eating comfortably when your mouth feels like a construction zone
Totally agree about the pasta, especially if you cook it until it's almost mushy. I remember after my last dental procedure, I thought yogurt would be perfect, but even that coldness set off some nasty nerve pain. Weirdl...