I was skeptical about sensitive toothpaste too, but your experience mirrors mine exactly. It took a couple weeks before I noticed any real improvement... patience definitely pays off with these things. Glad you're seeing progress—gum discomfort can really wear you down over time.
Yeah, totally relate to that waiting game... took me almost three weeks before I felt any difference. Hang in there, though—once it kicks in, it's such a relief. Glad you're already noticing improvements!
Totally get what you're saying about the waiting period—it can feel like forever. For me, it was around two weeks before I noticed any real changes, but once things started improving, it was like night and day. One thing that really helped speed things along was switching to a softer toothbrush and being super gentle when brushing. I used to think harder brushing meant cleaner teeth (rookie mistake, lol), but turns out that's exactly what irritated my gums in the first place.
Also, don't underestimate flossing regularly—it's tedious at first, but honestly makes a huge difference in gum health. My dentist explained that inflammation can take a while to calm down, so patience is key. Glad you're already seeing some progress though; that's definitely a good sign you're on the right track.
"I used to think harder brushing meant cleaner teeth (rookie mistake, lol)"
Haha, guilty as charged—I thought the same thing until my dentist gave me the side-eye and explained otherwise. But honestly, two weeks feels like forever when you're anxiously checking your gums every five minutes... Did you notice any sensitivity when you switched brushes? I'm tempted to try a softer one, but worried it won't feel like it's cleaning properly. Also, flossing is such a chore, but if it really helps that much, maybe I'll finally commit to it. Fingers crossed!
Switching to a softer brush felt weird at first—like brushing with feathers, lol. But after a week or so, sensitivity actually improved, and my gums looked less irritated. Flossing...yeah, still a pain, but totally worth it once you get into the habit.
