if i'm overly concerned about my gums, i'll pick a weaker surfactant, or not pick one at all. but, that may not have strong enough anti-bacterial properties.
conversely, if i want to pick the strongest antibacterial (probably hydrogen peroxide), it could severely damage my gums.
so, i need to pick something in between - and the ingredient in the dish soap (ammonium lauryl sulfate) is the ingredient in between.
unfortunately, i won't know if it's a mistake until it's too late.
my teeth feel better. they feel strong and clean.
but, this is an experiment in a mouth that needs shock therapy, and i don't recommend you follow along just quite yet.