If the burnt taste is gone, put the device through a normal day of use. See if it holds up when you’re out and about, or when you’re taking a few hits in a row.

If the burnt taste comes back quickly, the coil is already damaged. You can try the rest trick once more, but don’t expect miracles. A coil that’s been dry-fired even once often never tastes the same.

If it stays clear, you’ve fixed it—just keep those good habits going.