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RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros
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 my gums super irritated... not fun. Water rinsing after coffee has w...
RE: Quick fix for brighter teeth - baking soda vs activated charcoal?
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 or twice a week. Honestly, regular toothpaste with fluoride and occ...
RE: Eating comfortably when your mouth feels like a construction zone
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 your comfort foods.
RE: Hypothetically, if you tried extracting some herbal stuff at home - like oils or tinctures - and it went kinda wrong (maybe too strong or weird smell or something), how would you fix it?
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 nicely, gave it a smoother scent. Might be worth trying something ne...