That rubbery feeling is spot on—mine lasted maybe three days, then things felt pretty normal again. I did end up needing a crown, but honestly, the ad...

Definitely agree on the simplicity thing—my orthodontist always says less is more, especially with braces. I tried a whitening rinse once and it made ...

Yeah, charcoal's messy and abrasive—my dentist warned me about enamel damage too. Baking soda's gentler, but even then, it's best to limit use to once...

Haha, mashed mac 'n cheese was my go-to as well. Texture matters way more than taste at that point... Hang in there, it does get easier once you find ...

Had a similar issue when I tried making peppermint oil—ended up way too strong, almost toothpaste-y. Mixing in a bit of vanilla extract toned it down ...