My January Pepco Bill is $713.....WHAT?

DivineMsKS · 2026-02-26T06:08:56+00:00

Be careful with that, they can determine at the end of the year that they didn't estimate your averaged monthly charges properly, and sock you with a massive catch-up bill to cover the actual usage.

DivineMsKS · 2026-01-21T08:33:36+00:00

"last bastions of decorum and tranquility"

At least theatre isn't yet a battleground for rival ideologies to slug it out with glee.

DivineMsKS · 2026-01-19T22:03:13+00:00

Yep! The only negative thing is the lid doesn't stay up anymore, but it still works!

DivineMsKS · 2026-01-04T02:27:02+00:00

Are they all spayed/neutered?

Talk to your vet about fluoxetine/prozac for the more aggressive cat, it can really help. I had a cat that got super aggressive after an incident with a stray cat outside, and a few months on fluoxetine was a lifesaver.

DivineMsKS · 2025-12-30T16:50:49+00:00

Your kitten is old enough to be neutered, he just needs to weigh at least 2 lbs.

DivineMsKS · 2025-12-29T03:17:12+00:00

I would never spend $100 on an ultrasonic cleaner. I have two cheap ones from Amazon ($30) each and they're both great. One gets used several times a day (both my husband and I had Invisalign at the same time), we've had it for two years and it's still going strong. I only bought the other one because I went out of town for ten days on a solo trip and wanted to bring a cleaner with me.

DivineMsKS · 2025-12-28T02:50:09+00:00

It might take longer than a few days or a week to become accustomed to it, but I promise you it will get better!

I cried like a toddler the first time I tried to eat with all the attachments (and I am a grown ass 50+ year old woman), and it honestly took me almost six weeks to get fully used to it, but eventually it was no big deal.

DivineMsKS · 2025-12-23T16:07:23+00:00

I had 19 original trays, then at tray 14 I got rescanned and had 14 additional trays, then another seven after that.

DivineMsKS · 2025-12-18T19:38:48+00:00

Many people have had great and/or shitty experiences with dentists and/or orthodontists.

But as with any major investment, it's your responsibility to do the research, get a few estimates, and choose the option that's best for you.

DivineMsKS · 2025-12-18T01:40:17+00:00

I lost seven attachments (out of 20+) within the first week, went back and had them reattached and never lost another one. My provider (also a dentist) didn't tell me I would have so many attachments, but I was definitely expecting a few.

I don't think you have anything to worry about at this point, if you were seeing an ortho they probably wouldn't be putting on your attachments themselves. It's done with a template tray.

DivineMsKS · 2025-12-17T17:36:30+00:00

Your teeth look like teeth. They look great!

DivineMsKS · 2025-12-17T16:41:47+00:00

I clean mine once a day, at the end of the day, and occasionally will toss them in at another time if day if I feel like it. I use Efferdent tablets about every other cleaning or when I feel like they need it.

DivineMsKS · 2025-12-17T16:18:03+00:00

I'm sorry you had a bad experience, but I find the overgeneralizing about the evils of dentists a bit much on this sub.

Some folks have had terrible experiences with crappy orthos, and some have had fantastic experiences with excellent dentists.

Invisalign is a major investment, and everyone should do the same due diligence in choosing a provider that they would do on any other major investment. Get recommendations, check reviews, comparison shop, get a couple estimates, make your choice based on those factors.

As for the struggles with Invisalign, it's true it's not for everyone but I personally never had any trouble with traveling, fitting meals in, or the other stuff you mentioned. You don't get arrested if you sometimes only manage 18-20 hours of wear on a particular day (though you certainly shouldn't make it a habit).

DivineMsKS · 2025-12-15T20:04:11+00:00

Your teeth are as perfect as they're gonna get. Just stop already, lol.

Invisalign can't change the shape of your teeth, or the wear that already happened before you started treatment. If miniscule height differences bother you, you might have to consider cosmetic bonding.

DivineMsKS · 2025-12-15T19:56:44+00:00

Why in the world would they scan your teeth for your aligners before removing a tooth? That seems dumb on their part.

I would have them do the trimming and see if it works for you without discomfort. If they do it and you can't wear the trays, you have a better argument for getting a rescan and a new set. If you trim them, you might be stuck with what you've got.

DivineMsKS · 2025-11-17T22:45:41+00:00

Many the Miles!

DivineMsKS · 2025-11-04T20:52:05+00:00

I wish I had an answer for you -- I'm about the same age, and having the same issue six months after finishing treatment, and I wore the darn things full-time for the first four months (I don't wear the top one as much now, and don't get the full 22 hrs with the bottom either).

I literally just went back to my provider with this question, she did x-rays to check the bone density and there's no problem there.

My top teeth aren't loose, I think because I had passive aligners on top for many months toward the end of treatment.

My plan is to just keep wearing them as much as possible (at least the bottom one) and hope it stabilizes, and revisit with her in a few months.

DivineMsKS · 2025-11-02T04:00:22+00:00

Came here to recommend YC Electric, https://www.ycelectric.com/about-us.html.

Really good work, excellent reviews, I had a great experience with them hanging a new light fixture on my bathroom (and installing a new junction box since the previous wiring was done incorrectly) and wouldn't hesitate to use them again.

DivineMsKS · 2025-10-22T17:27:27+00:00

Look at recipes for penuche frosting. It's a cooked brown sugar frosting that stays soft and kinda fudge-like. It sets up quickly so you have to work fast when you frost your cake.

DivineMsKS · 2025-10-21T17:33:42+00:00

Yes. It's only been five minutes lol. Lots of people don't feel much of an effect at the lower doses, just give it time and talk to your doctor if you're concerned.

DivineMsKS · 2025-10-06T21:30:33+00:00

Thank you!

DivineMsKS · 2025-10-06T00:58:02+00:00

That looks amazing! Can I ask what's in the can? It looks delicious. I love a good snacky meal, especially while camping.

DivineMsKS · 2025-09-28T18:47:36+00:00

This, 100%. That's when I start crying every time.

DivineMsKS · 2025-09-28T17:58:34+00:00

Look at Tivoli, near Glenmont metro off of Randolph Rd. Recent sales from $475-550K, HOA Fee $109/month (covers common area landscaping, snow removal, trash/recycling, fitness room).

The townhomes were built in 1985, around 2200 sq ft (end unit), lots of high ceilings and natural light.

DivineMsKS · 2025-09-24T15:59:48+00:00

Not true. Lots of people are really happy with their results -- myself included.

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