I gave oil pulling a shot too, mostly because a friend swore by it. Honestly, I didn't see much difference either, except my mouth felt kinda fresh afterward. But yeah, the jaw workout was real... 😂 For sensitivity, I've had better luck with just using a soft-bristle toothbrush and avoiding super cold drinks. Has anyone tried charcoal toothpaste? I've heard mixed things and don't wanna waste money if it's just another gimmick...
I tried charcoal toothpaste for a couple months. It did make my teeth feel super clean afterward, but honestly, I didn't notice any dramatic whitening effects. Has anyone had better luck with whitening strips or trays from the dentist? Curious if they're worth the investment...
I gave charcoal toothpaste a shot too, and yeah, same deal—felt squeaky clean but no Hollywood smile here. Honestly, whitening strips from the drugstore worked way better for me than I expected. My dentist kept pushing trays, but I couldn't justify the price tag. Grabbed some strips on sale instead, and after about two weeks, even my coffee-addicted teeth looked noticeably brighter. Not blindingly white or anything, but enough that friends commented. Might be worth trying before shelling out for the dentist's trays...
"Honestly, whitening strips from the drugstore worked way better for me than I expected."
Glad you mentioned this—I was feeling uneasy about dropping so much money on dentist trays without knowing if they'd really work. Might give the strips a cautious try first...thanks for sharing your experience!
"Glad you mentioned this—I was feeling uneasy about dropping so much money on dentist trays without knowing if they'd really work."
Totally understandable to feel cautious—dental trays can be pricey, and it's smart to explore more affordable options first. Whitening strips from the drugstore can indeed deliver noticeable results, especially for mild staining. Just keep in mind to follow the instructions carefully and avoid leaving them on longer than recommended (to prevent sensitivity). Always good to test things out gradually...and hey, if you're happy with those results, you're already ahead of the game.
