The Middle School Comment That Haunted Me for 20 Years and the “Dutch Mineral Protocol” That Made Me Rethink Oral Health

I hadn’t.

But from that moment on, I became that person who’s always second-guessing their mouth. Not just breath — everything.

I’d smile with my lips pressed together because my teeth looked a little more yellow than I wanted (even when I brushed).
I’d floss like a saint for two weeks… then still end up dealing with that annoying gum tenderness again.
I’d do the “right things,” but somehow I kept feeling like I was managing symptoms instead of building stability.

And the part nobody talks about is the mental load of it.
It’s not dramatic. It’s just constant little moments:

• holding your laugh back a bit

• chewing gum before a conversation

• avoiding close photos

• wondering why you’re “doing the basics” but still not feeling fully confident

I tried the standard playbook. Brushed. Flossed. Mouthwash. Whitening strips. More brushing (until my gums felt angry).
It helped… temporarily. But the overall pattern felt like it always drifted back.
That’s when I realized I might be thinking about oral health too narrowly.

The “Fluoride vs Minerals” rabbit hole (and why it caught my attention)

I’m not here to start a fluoride war.

But one night, while digging through oral-health content, I kept seeing the same kind of headline:
“Europe ditched fluoride years ago… and their teeth are stronger.”

That sent me down a rabbit hole.

Here’s the grounded version: a lot of places in Europe simply don’t add fluoride to water (for a mix of policy, infrastructure, and public opinion reasons). The European Commission notes that Ireland and some regions in Spain and the UK do add fluoride to drinking water — which is a good reminder that “Europe banned it” is an oversimplification.

Still… that bigger theme made me pause:

If oral health is partly a “materials” problem — the building blocks your teeth and gums rely on — then just scrubbing harder isn’t the whole answer.

And that’s where the “Dutch mineral protocol” idea came in.

Michael Mitchell, founder of DentalPrime frames it like this: your teeth aren’t dead, static things you just “clean”. They’re mineral structures that are constantly dealing with wear, stress, and repair — and they need the right raw materials available.

Whether you buy their dramatic framing or not… I actually like the direction: support the foundation, not just the surface.

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A Personal DentalPrime Review by Rachel Berg

I grew up in Portland, Oregon, and if you know the area, you know Sellwood Middle School. It was there, standing near the lockers between 7th-period Earth Science and Gym, that a "friend" named Maya leaned in and whispered six words that would change the next two decades of my life:

"Rachel, did you eat garlic today?"...

If you want the “why,” watch the short DentalPrime video that breaks down the Dutch mineral protocol — an approach designed to support enamel and gum health from without fluoride

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How I Found DentalPrime

After some research into alternative ways people support teeth and gums (without turning their bathroom into a chemistry lab), I decided to stop “fighting” my mouth and start supporting it.

That’s when I found DentalPrime.

I didn’t go looking for a miracle. I’m too skeptical for that.

What caught my eye is how it positions itself: a daily supplement built around hydroxyapatite — the same mineral compound your teeth are largely made of — combined with the “helper” nutrients that influence how minerals get used in the body.

Their formula repeatedly emphasizes:

• Micro Crystalline Hydroxyapatite

• Vitamin D3 + Vitamin K2

• Magnesium + Zinc

• Xylitol

DentalPrime calls it “mineral synergy” — basically: not just “take calcium,” but make sure the whole chain supports mineral absorption and usage.

Now, I’m going to say this clearly: you should always read supplement claims with a clear head. If you have medical conditions or take meds, talk to a professional first. The page itself even tells people to consult their provider.

But the “support from the inside” angle is what made this feel different than adding another mouthwash to the cabinet.

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My Personal Experience

I want to be clear: this isn’t a “magic pill.” Real wellness takes consistency.

For me, the shift was mostly in how my mouth felt day to day — less like I was constantly reacting, more like I was maintaining.

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The Confidence Factor: I didn’t feel as “on alert” about my breath and mouth as often.

The “Resilient” Look: My gums looked calmer — like I wasn’t irritating them with over-brushing.

The Ease: It was a simple addition that felt more like nourishment than a chore.

And honestly… the mental relief mattered as much as anything.

A Special Link for You!

Because I’m so vocal about what I like (and what I don’t), I reached out to the folks behind DentalPrime directly.

I told them about AltNourish and how many of you are looking for grounded, nature-forward ways to support your health — without the hype and without feeling like you’re getting lectured.

They set up a dedicated link for my readers, with discounted bundle pricing (and a big guarantee attached).

If you’ve spent years feeling self-conscious, or like you’re doing “everything right” but still not feeling fully confident about your oral health, I recommend watching the presentation and deciding for yourself.

It’s time to stop scrubbing and start supporting.

Michael Mitchell, Founder of DentalPrime

A Personal DentalPrime Review by Rachel Berg