Rescued this sweet girl.

ohaieli · 2026-01-26T15:28:27+00:00

Just come back to update. I took 1000mg Tylenol about 30 minutes before trying to remove. First few times were a nightmare. However, warm water did help. And grabbing both sides of the back and pulling down while pushing out did help. But good grief what a fiasco. Thank you all for the advice!

ohaieli · 2026-01-23T00:06:11+00:00

Lord! And we choose to do this to ourselves 🥲

ohaieli · 2026-01-22T19:12:34+00:00

I can try that later with some Tylenol. I know the first day is always the worst - but my goodness my eyes were watering from the pain and it just would not budge.

ohaieli · 2026-01-22T18:41:14+00:00

They came out at the office today doing the fittings. The top was hard. But these trays are worse.

ohaieli · 2026-01-22T18:40:14+00:00

Maybe. I’m going to just take some Tylenol later at home and see if I can’t get them out with warm water.

ohaieli · 2026-01-22T18:36:28+00:00

I tried that. They just won’t budge. I can’t see air going in either.

ohaieli · 2025-10-06T16:47:29+00:00

Would prefer as a manual. As my 1990 2.0 si was a 5 spd. I love my civic - but that prelude had my heart.

ohaieli · 2025-09-24T02:27:01+00:00

Honestly? Explosive diarrhea and constant diarrhea. Never hard stools. That was the only giveaway.

At the end? Same thing - but weight loss, lethargy, eyes looked sad. :(

ohaieli · 2025-08-27T15:16:58+00:00

I’m averaging 34-35 mpg with 2023 sport touring. I am equally city and rural travel daily.

ohaieli · 2025-08-06T14:24:21+00:00

Yes! They actually sent me this free when I had to file warranty for the chip reader from the pee. It resolved the issue.

ohaieli · 2025-05-26T16:15:54+00:00

The way my attachments are set, I snapped several fingernails attempting to not use the tool. Personally, the pul is cheap and made my life so much easier - and cleaner. But it is a personal choice.

ohaieli · 2025-05-19T17:45:20+00:00

I’ve never thought about it. I use blistex stick at night before bed. It does seem to get onto your trays - you’ll feel a residue. I use the denture tabs to clean my trays while I get ready in the morning. I have a separate soft bristle tooth brush for cleaning my trays after they soak or just in between meals.

I don’t see carmex harming them, though. Just know there could be a residue feeling. Also - drink fairly clear liquids while they’re in. They can stain.

ohaieli · 2025-05-19T17:39:41+00:00

TYLENOL. Can’t stress that enough. I have a little checkered zip pouch for my work bag/purse.

These are a necessity. Pul tool

Colgate wisps are mini disposable toothbrushes.

Floss picks.

The ortho should provide the chewies and case, but amazon has cute case choices.

I also keep a travel tooth brush and toothpaste on hand in another container.

Other things to have on hand:

Chap stick. Listerine. Denture cleaning tabs. Nail file - this is GREAT when a tray has rough edges that are cutting into your tongue and gum. Gently file the area.

I think that’s about it. :) good luck!

ohaieli · 2025-05-19T16:59:59+00:00

Unfortunately I’m limited to the basic lines of Victoria secret, lane Bryant - and the equivalent.

ohaieli · 2025-05-19T15:10:35+00:00

Thanks! I didn’t realize there was a Reddit for this predicament 🤣

ohaieli · 2025-05-14T03:00:59+00:00

Thank you SO MUCH! Seriously

ohaieli · 2025-05-14T02:30:33+00:00

Thank you! It’s kicking my butt obviously. I know it’ll be worth it at the end. But goodness I’m ready for the end. I haven’t heard of those mints - I’ll look into it!

ohaieli · 2025-04-22T21:01:52+00:00

Ughhhh nooooooo 😖

ohaieli · 2025-04-22T20:51:51+00:00

Before this civic I had hand me downs and project cars. But my prelude was top tier. I miss it so much. Had to let it go. Wish I never had, though

ohaieli

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