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RE: How I keep track of my gum check-ups (and wonder if I'm doing it right)
That’s spot on. I tend to err on the side of over-documenting, but honestly, half my photo roll is just various shades of “maybe this is just tomato sauce?” I do like having a baseline for comparison, but sometimes it ju...
RE: IMPLANTS VS. DENTURES: DID YOU ACTUALLY FEEL A DIFFERENCE?
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, I found dentures way easier to clean. Maybe I’m just old-school, but popping them out and giving ‘em a scrub felt more thorough than poking around implants with floss threade...
RE: Which Feels Better: Custom Vs. Boil-And-Bite Mouthguards?
Right there with you - my jaw nearly dropped harder than my bite when I saw that price tag. The 3D-printed kits are a solid compromise. Not lab-grade, but if it’s comfortable and keeps you from grinding through your wall...
RE: Weird sensations after getting braces off - how to make it less awkward?
Fluoride rinses are honestly underrated for that weird post-braces phase. I remember thinking my teeth were made of glass the first week - bit into a sandwich and nearly jumped out of my seat. You’re right though, it’s n...
RE: Why my dentist swears by electric toothbrushes (and now maybe I do too?)
I get where you’re coming from with the interdental brushes - those little guys are a lifesaver when you’ve got metal in your mouth. But honestly, I still think nothing beats actual floss for getting between the teeth, e...
RE: Would you risk a week of mouth pain for a perfect smile?
I get where you’re coming from. I tried one of those “gentle” kits once - my teeth felt like they were auditioning for an ice bucket challenge for a week. Not everyone gets that, but if you’re already dealing with sensit...
RE: Would you risk a week of mouth pain for a perfect smile?
I hear you on the “zingers” - those sharp, electric jolts are no joke. The first time I tried whitening strips, I figured “gentle” meant I’d be fine, but it felt like biting into an ice cube every time I tried to eat or ...
RE: The day my tongue cleaner became a secret weapon
That’s honestly spot on - having a mouthful of appliances or partials really does turn the whole oral hygiene routine into a science experiment. I remember when I first got my braces, I had this weird sensation like my t...
RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks
I actually went back to manual after a few months with electric - couldn’t get used to the vibration, felt like my whole head was buzzing. Honestly, I didn’t notice a huge difference in how clean my teeth felt, but maybe...