That's a fair point about toothpaste being abrasive—hadn't really thought about it that way. I've used it occasionally on silver jewelry to remove tarnish, and it worked surprisingly well, but now I'm wondering if I might've done more harm than good in the long run. Has anyone noticed their jewelry or other items actually getting damaged after repeated toothpaste use? Curious if it's more of a theoretical risk or something people have experienced firsthand...
"Has anyone noticed their jewelry or other items actually getting damaged after repeated toothpaste use?"
Funny you mention that—I haven't personally wrecked jewelry, but I've definitely seen patients who've scrubbed their teeth so aggressively with abrasive toothpaste that they've worn down enamel. Silver jewelry might handle it better initially, but over time you're probably scratching it up pretty good. Maybe try baking soda paste instead? It's gentler and still cheap enough to keep your wallet happy...
"Silver jewelry might handle it better initially, but over time you're probably scratching it up pretty good."
Yeah, totally agree with this. Toothpaste seems harmless at first, but I've noticed my silver rings losing their shine after a few scrubs. Baking soda paste is definitely gentler...or even just mild soap and warm water works wonders without the scratches.
I've always wondered about this toothpaste hack thing...like, if it's abrasive enough to scratch silver jewelry, what's it doing to our tooth enamel? I mean, teeth are pretty tough, but they're not indestructible, right? I've had some sensitivity issues after switching toothpastes before, and my dentist mentioned something about abrasiveness levels. Makes me wonder if certain toothpaste brands or types are safer for these "hacks" than others.
Has anyone ever noticed differences between gel-based toothpaste and the regular white paste when using them for cleaning stuff around the house? I've always stuck to gels because they're supposed to be gentler on enamel, but maybe they're also less harsh on jewelry or other surfaces? Or is it just marketing hype?
Honestly, I'm a bit hesitant to experiment too much with toothpaste outside of brushing my teeth. Seems like there could be unintended consequences—like scratches or dullness—that aren't immediately obvious. Maybe I'm just overly cautious, but I'd rather stick to products specifically designed for cleaning jewelry or household items. Less anxiety that way, haha.
On a related note, has anyone tried toothpaste on foggy headlights? I've seen videos claiming it clears them up nicely, but again...wouldn't it scratch the plastic over time? Curious if anyone's had long-term success with that one.
I've actually tried toothpaste on foggy headlights before...it worked surprisingly well at first, but after a couple months they got cloudy again. Didn't notice major scratches, but makes me wonder if it's just a temporary fix or if I'm slowly sanding away my headlights, lol.
