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Re: Trials begin on lozenge that rebuilds tooth enamel

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Post by wonnage » Sun, May 30, 2021, 1:29 AM UTC

djxfade wrote: post #43

robocat wrote: post #36

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For anybody that grinds their teeth, investigate getting a splint before you reach this stage. https://www.coredental.com.au/splints-dentist-recommend-one/

I struggle with this. However I don't know what to do. I couldn't wear a splint, because I have a very sensitive gag reflex. I can almost start vomiting just by brushing me teeths...

See if your dentist can do a smaller splint on your front teeth, if your teeth haven't already been misaligned due to the bruxism this shouldn't cause anything to shift.

Re: Trials begin on lozenge that rebuilds tooth enamel

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Post by jcims » Sun, May 30, 2021, 1:29 AM UTC

eyelidlessness wrote: post #133

jcims wrote: post #77

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I used to drink that much coffee. I got an espresso machine and started making americanos instead now I’m good with one cup a day. I don’t know what it is, clearly the caffeine is either higher or more bioavailabile or something, but it just sates my appetite for coffee. (Actually i started making cappucinos first and stopped when i started putting on weight from them lol)

If you switched from drip, the caffeine is actually lower! My guess is you’re just more satisfied with the coffee you’re enjoying.

Definitely enjoy it more. Brewed coffee started tasting like stewed coffee or something, the americanos just have a 'cleaner' hit...i don't know. The weird thing is I find pourover to be more like espresso than brewed in that way, so it's probably just all in my head lol.

Anyway, point is I only drink one cup a day now and have become a closet coffee snob.

Re: Trials begin on lozenge that rebuilds tooth enamel

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Post by Kinrany » Sun, May 30, 2021, 1:31 AM UTC

Gene_Parmesan wrote: post #123

Kinrany wrote: post #119

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Startup idea: Reddit, but with a betting market about astroturfing

It does read a little bit like astroturfing, but as someone who had a (different) lifelong debilitating condition that has been almost entirely solved by a few doctor's appointments, I can say that nothing turns you into an advocate for something faster than this sort of experience. For me it was almost spiritual in the end. It was also oddly upsetting in some way, thinking about all the years I had wasted when essen…

Yeah, I don't doubt this happens. If it didn't, astroturfing wouldn't work! Betting on whether a specific comment is legit would still be interesting.

Re: Trials begin on lozenge that rebuilds tooth enamel

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Post by qPM9l3XJrF » Sun, May 30, 2021, 1:32 AM UTC

How about rebuilding the bone the tooth grows out of? My dentist says that my teeth look great, but the x-ray of my alveolar bones that support those teeth look like that of someone 10 years older than me.

Re: Trials begin on lozenge that rebuilds tooth enamel

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Post by kstrauser » Sun, May 30, 2021, 1:35 AM UTC

0xbadcafebee wrote: post #131

monoideism wrote: post #59

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> (it doesn’t hurt!) It doesn't hurt for you . Some people, including myself, have had root canals that have almost caused worse pain than when I was in the ICU.

You don't ask for drugs? Ask for drugs. I always get Xanax and it basically puts me out through the whole thing. I have, err... had a lot of root canals. I'd think the bigger concern with a root canal is the not-insignificant likelihood they will break your jaw. Or not get the whole root out, causing an infection and need to get the procedure done again. (Never have a dentist do your root canal, folks)

I generally don’t need pain meds for dental stuff. But if I thought for a moment that I’d be feeling any pain at all, yes, give me all the meds. I’m not proud: given a choice between pain and no pain, I’ll take the second option any day of the week. I know that some people have specific reasons for avoiding meds, but absent that, why put yourself through it? You don’t get bonus points for suffering.

Re: Trials begin on lozenge that rebuilds tooth enamel

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Post by simon_weber » Sun, May 30, 2021, 1:36 AM UTC

Wistar wrote: post #92

Hamuko wrote: post #31

> In addition, the researchers are investigating a gel or solution with the engineered peptide to treat hypersensitive teeth. This problem results from weakness in the enamel that makes the underlying dentin and nerves more vulnerable to heat or cold. Most common products currently on the market can put a layer of organic material on the tooth and numb nerve endings with potassium nitrate, but the relief is only temp…

Although I haven't personally tried it, I have friends outside of the US that rave about Sensodyne Repair & Protect original with the "Powered by NovaMin" badging. NovaMin is composed of special ceramic particles that coat the teeth with a compound that reacts with the saliva to form a durable physical barrier. The problem is that the stuff with NovaMin is not typically available in the US. I just searched Amazon and…

As of a few years ago there's a similar FDA approved ingredient available in the US as BioMin. It works well for me and is cheaper than importing NovaMin.

Re: Trials begin on lozenge that rebuilds tooth enamel

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Post by Black101 » Sun, May 30, 2021, 1:38 AM UTC

VierScar wrote: post #17

Black101 wrote: post #2

Please get those crooked dentists out of work, as much as possible.

Crooked dentists? Is this some sort of conspiracy theory? Dentists are medical professionals, who have been needed since the dark ages, and nowadays have very complex equipment and technology to ensure the best long-term and life-like suitable treatments for people. What are you on about?

Last time I went to the dentist for a chipped tooth that didn't hurt, I was told that I needed a root canal... 6 visits later and 2 root canal treatment on the same tooth, my tooth is now sensitive to heat and pressure (and I had to pay $1600 for this shitty treatment)... The previous time I had a tooth issue, I had a similar experience (both in the US but in different states).

I will try Mexico next time.

Re: Trials begin on lozenge that rebuilds tooth enamel

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Post by officialjunk » Sun, May 30, 2021, 1:39 AM UTC

elliekelly wrote: post #80

Hamuko wrote: post #31

> In addition, the researchers are investigating a gel or solution with the engineered peptide to treat hypersensitive teeth. This problem results from weakness in the enamel that makes the underlying dentin and nerves more vulnerable to heat or cold. Most common products currently on the market can put a layer of organic material on the tooth and numb nerve endings with potassium nitrate, but the relief is only temp…

Have you looked into botox shots at all? When I tell you my life changed completely from a 15 minute botox appointment with an oral surgeon I am not exaggerating in the least. I’d had no idea what it felt like to live without bruxism - not only were my teeth better but my neck stopped aching, my back muscles stopped spasming, and I stopped getting migraines entirely. I had gotten debilitating migraines once every mon…

to clarify, are you saying that a single treatment of botox cured you of these ailments?

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Post by SV_BubbleTime » Sun, May 30, 2021, 1:40 AM UTC

eyelidlessness wrote: post #135

SV_BubbleTime wrote: post #69

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Hair is a bigger market. Not in terms of people it affects, but what people will pay. But.... likewise, it amazes me we have a million and a half ways to grow hair on mice, but none on humans. Makes me think we need to relax human trials on volunteers (only half joking).

It’s really astonishing how I know, intuitively, this is true but how weird people’s priorities are. Being honest: 1. I started balding at a relatively normal age (first signs late 20s). At first I welcomed it, then I got a little self conscious (and wished for greys instead, those are finally coming into my beard and I couldn’t be happier). 2. I’ve had dental health issues since childhood. My family couldn’t afford…

Contrasting points...

You can close your mouth., but can’t stop someone from looking at your head.

You can surgically replace all your teeth with perfect replicas and no one will be able to tell otherwise except in how perfect they are. The cost for this isn’t low, but nor is it unobtainable. I bet $10k in Eastern Europe gets you nice teeth for the rest of your life.

There is just no great option for hair. Even with infinite money like Musk or Bezos, you have plugs or nothing.

But... if this enamel deal helps you, I’m glad!

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Post by cronix » Sun, May 30, 2021, 1:41 AM UTC

eyelidlessness wrote: post #133

jcims wrote: post #77

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I used to drink that much coffee. I got an espresso machine and started making americanos instead now I’m good with one cup a day. I don’t know what it is, clearly the caffeine is either higher or more bioavailabile or something, but it just sates my appetite for coffee. (Actually i started making cappucinos first and stopped when i started putting on weight from them lol)

If you switched from drip, the caffeine is actually lower! My guess is you’re just more satisfied with the coffee you’re enjoying.

True, the darker the roast (ie roasted longer), generally the less caffeine it has in it. Espresso has some of the least since it is one of the darkest roasts.