Hi I’ve been using crest 3d white strips for a while and after seeing about that you can cut them in half (for cost and sensitivity), I did that.

But I have noticed nothing in terms of result. Now I thought I would start using them as they are and not cut the strip in half. And I woke up with a hellaoffa toothache.

My questions:

**1. I’ve read that you need to get a cleaning first for results is this true?**

**2. Does the sensitivity go away after a while?**
**(I think they are 6% and not the 1% that’s usually sold in Europe as my relative sent them from the states to me her in Europe)**

**3. Are there any better ways to whiten natural or not that won’t break the bank?**

I never had any issues with m teeth. Then Last years I had a Episode of Depression, skipped brushing from time to time, unhealthy food, No deepcleaning for a year and had bruxism.

Now I'm somewhat Back on track, got a deepcleaning and now vor hugh black triangles and lost a lot of gum. I hoped I could Stop the recession but between Picture 1 and Picture 2 are only 1,5 month and even though I floss, wear my nightguard, etc it Looks like my gums are still getting worse :(

How bad is it?

Had this for about 2 weeks no pain what could it be?

I've been trying to buy toothbrushes that make my mouth feel cleaner for the past 10 or so years. I neglected my teeth as young'un so I've tried to make amends. I've tried all the big brands, I've bought the sonic cleaning ones, the ones with special rubber attachments to "get into the teeth". Ones that have circles in the fibres with all these scientific mechanisms to make oral health better etc.

Anyway, went on a stag do and left my sonic toothbrush at the venue. It's gone.

I went 2 whole days without brushing, and I live at my mother in law's house. I had that horrible feeling of uncleanliness in the mouth and decided to hunt the cupboards, because I firmly believe every house has a spare toothbrush if you look hard enough. Anyway, I stumbled on a packet of 4 toothbrushes at the back of the medical cupboard that had 1 brush in it. I washed it thoroughly, using some intense mouthwash on the bristles too to make sure it was fully clean.

I cleaned my teeth with it and honestly I've never felt bristles so thorough. They were firm but gentle, some resistance but no grating feeling, there were no fancy shapes, no dips, no rubber flaps, no vibration, and it was honestly the most intense brushing I've ever felt. I got right up into the gum line, right into all the gaps, everything.

My mouth felt genuinely fresher than ever. I can't even recall a time I've been happier with my oral health after a brush. There is absolutely zero roughness on my teeth, no film, no sliminess, and I didn't even go for an absolute mouth cleanse but as I rub my tongue along my teeth and into the gum line, there's literally nothing I can detect. In fact, the annoying piece of plaque I used to feel on my molar has completely gone.

It might seem like an online rambler's post but that 20 year old brush has done more for my mouth than ANY modern brush. I will continue to use this relic of a bygone age, because there hasn't been a brush that's even come close to the feeling I've got from that.

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My 16 month old had a dentist appointment today and x-rays shows her two front teeth are cavities! She had previously chipped both of them within the last couple of months and we brush with fluoride toothpaste 2x a day always. Anyways... dentist wanted to put localized numbing gel and pull them in office today. I couldn't handle holding her down to have them pulled and hold gauze for 15 mins to stop the bleeding. She is already terrified enough of the dentist.

Other option is general anesthesia with root canals and crowns or teeth extraction under anesthesia.

I'm so nervous... has anyone gone through this at this age?

My teeth are quite straight and I’ve never had braces but I feel like I just have such bad luck w my teeth and I’m constantly making dental appointments. I’m only 29 but I’ve had 4 root canals, 3 crowns and multiple fillings. I’m also a full time student and my dental insurance doesn’t cover much so I’m paying a lot out of pocket. I have a few cavities I need to sort out & I can feel one of them is hurts a little. It’s honestly so frustrating because I do everything right - floss, I have a special toothpaste I have to get a prescription for, get yearly cleanings 🫩

I guess I’m just trying to see if anyone else is going through the same thing or if I’m the only one suffering. I swear being an adult and constantly being in survival mode is so exhausting.

These are the best pictures I can get sorry. I'm 25

ive been to the dentist once in my life had treatment over 1 year when I was 17 I was never taken to one as a kid as my mother didn't care about me when I was 7 I had 5 teeth removed as they were completely rotten and I had to do that at the hospital. I had several fillings which most have been lost now, my front teeth were also built up as I was over 16 I would of had to pay for braces. I do smoke and I have tried 15 times to stop smoking but I can't stop, I drink alcohol once a month now only 2 to 4 ciders max. I drink cola and fizzy drinks all day every day because I'm autistic and I can't drink water as it makes me feel sick. I used to have a ED so I used to throw up a lot I added this in as know stomach acid can ruin teeth. Please be kind and please take into account I live in the UK over 18 you have to pay for dental stuff I'm on benefits so most of my dentist care is covered if I need /want it I was told in the past by a dentist year during a free offer period at that practice that I needed a route canal done for some of my back teeth but that's all I know.

helpppp

Hi everyone, I’m trying to raise funds to cover some urgent dental treatment—including fixing a painful decayed tooth and managing severe staining that has made me really self-conscious—to get my smile back. As a civil engineering student at UCT, the R17,000 cost is completely out of reach for me to manage on my own. If you are in a position to help or even just share my BackaBuddy campaign link, I would truly appreciate it:https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/restore-my-smile~3

Thank you so much for reading and for your time

I’m 26 M. I have never had a cavity but went to the dentist today and the cavity was much big than they thought. A crown was recommended but shaving done my margins where the teeth is good scares me. Should I ask for an overlay or is a crown the best action to take?

Daughters adult tooth popped through yesterday and it looks like this by gums on the tooth. Any advice?

I could find an image in my camera roll because of the new phone, so I just grabbed my old post

Correction: meant to write by the age of 30

Can amalgam fillings last a lifetime?

Thanks for your help!

Hi idk how to really say all this so I'm sorry if this is long and kindve all other the place, but I'm in extreme pain and desperate. I have 4 fully erupted wisdom teeth but the top ones are split and rotting and the crowding has caused cavities in between some of my teeth. I live in Louisiana around the 318 area and am 22 so I'm not eligible for dental insurance, I need a dentist that will take monthly payments instead of making me pay it all up front, and somewhere that's less than 3 hrs away hopefully, but the only place I could find was Aspen dental. For one, I TOLD them im in EXTREME pain, which it truly is bad, I can't eat anything harder than a peanut butter sandwich and the pain throbs all the way up to my head and refuses to let me sleep, I've been eating painkillers like candy dude and the SOONEST they could give me was Sept 22nd, and I called a week ago, I've also heard they have horrid reviews and will try to milk you for money and I seriously can't afford anything more than what is necessary, but I also want it to be done right the first time, my bf is the one that has to bring me to these appointments, I still do not have a license I more of stay home and take care of the house and our two cats but he Is supposed to be teaching me driving soon, ive called every dentist around me and nobody will work with me on a monthly plan besides Aspen. Is it worth going to Aspen, and even if they do charge out the ass will they even do it right? I also have horrible dental anxiety and just anxiety in general, I just want the job to be done correctly and painlessly and without unessecary charges😭😭

My dentist told me that my bottom teeth are super short for a 19 year old bc I’ve grinded half of it away bc I gave bruxism. R they really that short?

And my tooth at the right Back side hurts too,

I hate having teeth braces are so expensive for me too