“By the time I went into the dentist’s office last week, I had booked and canceled the appointment at least three times. And if I’m being honest, I think I may have no-showed at least once, too. All I know for sure is that it had been at least a year and a half since I had been there,” writes Samm Davidson. The news she received when she finally made it to an appointment was… not great: she had a whopping six cavities.

She immediately started beating herself up. Then she realized… why she had six cavities. And I bet you’ll relate. Which reminds me that I need to make a dentist appointment.

— Kelly Faircloth, Executive Editor

Are you in this year’s cicada zone? (Honestly, I’m weirdly jealous!) Well, if so, maybe you’re wondering what happens if your pets are trying to chow down on these loud little monsters. So we talked to an expert, just to make sure it’s ok. You’re welcome.