It is natural to lose the whiteness of the teeth over the years. This process is hastened with the continuous intake of tea, coffee, tobacco and smoking which further causes staining and discoloration of the teeth. However besides getting dental treatments for the whitening of the teeth, there are many products available in the markets that help in teeth whitening. There are many home made remedies also available for whitening teeth. The remedies to whiten teeth also include the avoidance of tobacco products, cutting back on tea and coffee, not drinking red wine and grape juice and immediately brushing teeth if any one of these is indulged into.
Getting teeth whitened by a dentist is a sure but expensive way. As there are many teeth whitening products like the teeth whitening trays, gels, capsules, ampoules, strips and kits available over the counter, there is not exactly that much of a need to spend a large amount at the dentist. These products are equally effective and can be done by one self. Each product has its own advantages and a few drawbacks, but as long as they are used safely and with precaution, they do not pose much of a problem.
For those that cannot buy these kits but still want sparkling white teeth can try one of the many homemade remedies for teeth whitening. These remedies include using lemon and baking soda as a paste, baking soda and hydrogen peroxide as a paste, brushing teeth with lemon juice and salt, rubbing the inside of the orange or lemon peels or simply rubbing crushed strawberries to the teeth. The enzymes and chemicals present in strawberries naturally whiten teeth. However all these methods must be first evaluated as to the gravity of the discoloration of the teeth. Also care must be taken when peroxide is used. Although it is a mild acid and acts like a bleaching agent, its acidic nature cannot be ignored. Hence, if swallowed by mistake its effect can be neutralized by having lots of water. All the above mentioned home made remedies for whitening the teeth must be used only once or at the most twice a week and not more. Excessive usage may cause damage to the enamel and the gums.
Hydrogen peroxide, although present in most teeth whitening products, if used at home must be used carefully. There may be a sensation in the gums on the usage of hydrogen peroxide and therefore its use is limited to just once or twice a week. If there is continuous sensation in the gums, a dentist must be consulted.
Between the various over the counter products available, an individual must choose the one that is most suitable for him. A dentist may be consulted to take his advice regarding the choice of products available. Care must be taken when using these products and they must be used only as per the directions given. Therefore getting pearly white teeth is not that difficult with so many options of teeth whitening available.
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