Salt water rinses were a total bust for me too. I remember trying them after my dentist recommended it, and honestly, it felt like my gums were staging a rebellion—itchy, irritated, the whole deal. Haven't tried aloe yet either, but chamomile sounds promising. Glad you found something that works...gum issues are no joke, and it's always reassuring to hear someone else has been through the same struggle. Might have to look into that tea tree oil rinse myself.
Chamomile worked pretty well for me too, actually. I was skeptical at first (seemed too gentle?), but it calmed things down surprisingly fast. Tea tree oil sounds interesting, but I'm a bit cautious about essential oils because some can be harsh or drying. Has anyone here tried diluting it themselves instead of buying the pre-made rinse? Wondering if that's a safer bet—plus, probably cheaper, which is always a bonus when you're dealing with ongoing gum drama...
