"My current dentist mentioned that enamel thickness is partly genetic, so some people just have to be extra cautious."
Interesting you mention that about genetics—I never realized enamel thickness was hereditary. Makes sense though, considering how differently people react to whitening treatments. Have you ever tried remineralizing gels or pastes alongside fluoride? Curious if those might offer any additional benefit, especially for people genetically predisposed to thinner enamel...
My dentist said something similar, but honestly, genetics or not, whitening treatments always felt like throwing money down the drain for me. Switched to charcoal toothpaste (yeah, looks weird brushing with black paste...) and coffee stains are way less noticeable now.
"Switched to charcoal toothpaste (yeah, looks weird brushing with black paste...) and coffee stains are way less noticeable now."
Same here, charcoal toothpaste made a noticeable difference for my kid after braces. Whitening treatments seemed overpriced and temporary—plus, charcoal paste is cheaper and easier to manage at home. Worth the weird looks, imo.
Tried charcoal toothpaste with my daughter after her braces came off—she thought it was hilarious, like brushing with mud or something. 😂 But honestly, it worked better than those pricey whitening strips we tried before. Weird but effective, can't complain.
Charcoal toothpaste is definitely an interesting one—I've had a few patients mention it lately. Seems like it's gaining popularity. Honestly, it's pretty gentle compared to some whitening products, so I'm glad it worked out for you and your daughter. Funny how something that looks so messy can actually clean things up nicely, right?
Have you noticed any sensitivity after using it? Some people tell me charcoal toothpaste feels milder than whitening strips, but others say their teeth feel a bit sensitive afterward. Curious if you've experienced anything similar...
