I've been using baking soda occasionally too, and it's definitely gentler than charcoal. But I noticed that even with gentle brushing, my gums sometim...

I don't think your brain is playing tricks on you at all...actually, there's some science behind this! Fruity flavors—even sugar-free—can trigger swee...

I've noticed the same thing with baking soda toothpaste—my gums felt kinda irritated afterward, too. I ended up switching to activated charcoal powder...

Yeah, totally agree with this. When I had my wisdom teeth out, laughing gas didn't do much for me either—felt more like a placebo than anything else. ...

That's a good point about price not always matching quality or bedside manner. I've been noticing the same thing lately while looking for a second opi...

I get what you're saying about comfort, but honestly, I had the opposite experience. Mine felt super awkward at first—like having a chunk of plastic s...

Sensitive gums can be tricky—I remember when I first switched to electric, it felt a bit too intense at first. Starting with the lowest setting helped...

Haha, totally agree about the whitening heads being a bit gimmicky. We tried them too, and honestly, didn't notice much difference except my wallet fe...

I've had similar experiences with those ventilated cases. They're decent, but I think it really depends on your bathroom setup. Mine's tiny and has ze...