THE ESSENTIAL
- Teeth whitening is temporary.
- The consumption of certain beverages, such as tea or coffee, can reduce the duration of teeth whitening.
It’s often one of the first things you notice in someone: their smile… So it’s better when it’s beautiful! However, many people are complexed by their teeth, especially when they are not white enough. So, what should you do to have a dazzling smile? To answer this question, we have gathered, thanks to the work of StudyFindsseveral tips from health professionals and American specialized media.
In-office methods for whitening teeth
The first important thing, whether aesthetic or even sanitary, is to have good oral hygiene. Ideally, dentists recommend brushing your teeth three times a day, following each meal, for regarding three minutes. For some patients, practitioners advise, in addition to conventional brushing, the use of a water flosser or dental floss to eliminate all bacteria.
To whiten their teeth, some opt for a bleaching in the office, at the dentist. It can be expensive but the results are more lasting. This method “uses a bleaching solution that whitens the color of your teethaccording to the specialized site Edge Dental Houston. This bleach solution is very powerful and can produce the desired result (visible following just one visit), in just 30-60 minutes”. In addition, if your gums are sensitive, it is better to choose this method because dentists generally apply gel or products to protect the gums.
Another method also exists for whitening teeth: tooth whitening kits with custom-made trays, that is to say kinds of gutters to be placed on the teeth with a whitening solution. This method is cheaper, effective but must be supervised by a dentist. Be careful not to buy gutters online without consultation, you risk damaging your teeth and gums.
Do not use any product to whiten your teeth
Over the counter, you can also find teeth whitening solutions. These”use the same chemicals as professional teeth whitening products at the dentist. The difference is that store-bought kits contain these chemicals in much lower concentrations, so they are less potent.. But beware, all the solutions found in supermarkets are not equal. “New teeth whitening products are constantly appearing, including whitening gum, dental floss and mouthwash, can we read on Verywell Health. Although these products are relatively new, little research has been done to prove or disprove the effectiveness of these whitening products”.
To avoid spending too much, there are also home remedies to whiten your teeth. Here too, the results are not always convincing… But you can still try! One of the best known tricks is baking soda. “Take a cup or a small bowl, add a few drops of water with half a teaspoon of baking soda and stir to make a pastecan we read on the specialized site Pearl Dentistry Houston. Use your finger or your toothbrush, apply the paste to your teeth and leave it there for 2-3 minutes. Now rinse thoroughly with water”.