I get the idea of starting gentle, but I'm not totally convinced fluoride-free is always the best way to go. Our dentist actually recommended fluoride...

Yeah, totally get that. Took my daughter in last month for what I thought was a cavity—dentist said it was nothing, just some staining from juice. Sti...

Yeah, totally agree about the waxed floss—definitely gentler than interdental brushes. My dentist recommended those brushes too, but they felt scratch...

I've noticed something similar actually. Fruity ones seem to make my teeth feel weirdly sensitive, almost like after eating sour candy. Menthol never ...

I've been wondering the same thing about those gels. Saltwater rinses are great for temporary relief, but I don't think they really tackle deeper infl...

Interesting about the mashed potatoes thing, might give that a shot next time. Has anyone's ortho ever explained why one side hurts more? Mine just sh...

Totally agree about the seagulls... they're distracting more than relaxing for me too. I've noticed slower tempos around 60-70 bpm really help ease my...

Yeah, tea tree oil definitely packs a punch flavor-wise. Tried it myself once and felt like I'd gargled mouthwash mixed with pine needles—never again,...

We tried bedtime stories too, but honestly, it wasn't an instant fix for us either. My son would listen intently, thumb firmly planted in mouth the wh...

Totally get where you're coming from, but maybe it's less about motivation and more about routine? Like, when I'm feeling down, motivation never reall...

Had something similar happen a couple years ago—bleeding gums, tenderness, the whole deal. Freaked me out too after googling (never a good idea, lol)....

Interesting, hadn't thought about nerves adjusting like that. My dentist said it might be the filling shape itself causing the weirdness. Did yours me...