For me, the swelling was way more noticeable than the taste. I had this puffy cheek for about three days, but the metallic thing faded pretty fast—may...

I’ve tried both, and honestly, Sensodyne feels a bit smoother to me. The generic one I used left my teeth feeling weirdly filmy—could just be in my he...

Smoothies aren't terrible, but even drinking quickly or using a straw doesn't fully protect your teeth. Acidic fruits like lemon or pineapple can stil...

Yeah, aligners definitely simplify the hygiene routine compared to braces. One thing I'd add though—keeping a travel toothbrush handy is a lifesaver. ...

I switched to electric when I got braces, and honestly, I had the same jackhammer experience at first, lol. Took me a while to find one gentle enough ...

Activated charcoal toothpaste is alright—definitely less salad dressing-y than coconut oil pulling 😂. I've used it a couple times, and it does...

I see your point, but honestly, dentists do recommend some pricey night guards that aren't always necessary. I've been using a cheaper drugstore versi...

Yeah, totally agree on this. My orthodontist actually warned me about whitening toothpastes being harsher on enamel and brackets, so it makes sense th...

Yeah, those DIY braces hacks are worrying... I've also noticed teens using at-home teeth whitening methods with lemon juice or baking soda excessively...

Had a similar issue when I tried making clove oil at home for tooth pain—way too intense and the smell lingered forever. Airing it out helped a bit, b...

I've noticed the same discoloration issue with DIY mouthguards. Mine usually started turning cloudy after just a month or two, even with regular clean...