I've noticed the water thing too... thought it was just me, haha. Has anyone tried oil pulling with coconut oil? Heard mixed things—some swear by it, others say it's just hype. Curious if it's worth the hassle.
I've noticed the water thing too, glad it's not just me imagining things. About oil pulling—I've tried coconut oil a few times after reading about it online. Honestly, I didn't see dramatic results, but my mouth did feel cleaner and fresher afterward. It does take a bit of getting used to though... swishing oil around for 15-20 minutes isn't exactly pleasant at first. My dentist mentioned it's harmless and can help reduce bacteria, but she also said it's not a replacement for regular brushing or professional cleanings. So maybe it's more of a supplementary thing rather than a quick fix? Curious if anyone else had more noticeable results after sticking with it longer term.
I've tried oil pulling on and off for a couple months, and tbh, I didn't notice much whitening either. It did make my mouth feel fresher though, so there's that. But yeah, swishing oil around for 20 mins feels like forever... I usually give up halfway through lol. Probably best to stick to regular brushing and maybe just use oil pulling occasionally as a bonus thing? I'm always cautious about expecting too much from these hacks anyway.
Totally get you on the oil pulling struggle—I tried it for a while too, and honestly, my jaw got tired halfway through every time, lol. You're right though, it does freshen things up nicely. Probably best to keep expectations realistic and just enjoy it as an occasional extra.
I feel you on the tired jaw thing, haha. I remember when I first started oil pulling, I literally had to distract myself by scrolling through my phone or I'd never make it past 5 minutes. But yeah, definitely agree on keeping expectations realistic—it's nice for freshness but won't give you Hollywood teeth overnight. If you're looking for something quicker and easier, brushing gently with baking soda once in a while before bed can help brighten things up noticeably by morning...just don't overdo it, since it's abrasive.
