Teeth And Whitening

Teeth whitening is a process of lightening the color of teeth. Tooth whitening involves a bleaching or polishing process that reduces the discoloration of the enamel and dentin caused due to smoking, aging, consumption o tea, coffee and drinks like colas. Tooth whitening is also known as tooth bleaching.

Warning!!
Do not use things that has vitamin C such as lime or lemon juice for teeth whitening.It can cause your teeth losing calcium and make your teeth damage quicker.

Teeth Whitening For Home User.
There are several products which is available to use at home:

1.Tooth Whitening Gels
Tooth whiteners or gels contain carbamide or hydrogen peroxide as the active bleaching ingredients. Research indicates that whitening teeth with 10 to 16% carbamide or hydrogen peroxide is considered safe for teeth and gums. The bleaching gel is placed in a thin bleaching tray that fits over the teeth. Results are usually seen within the first week. Currently, only 10% carbamide peroxide tray applied gels are approved by the ADA for home use.

2.Whitening Strips
Teeth whitening strips are thin, flexible plastic strips coated on one side with a thin film of hydrogen peroxide that act as a bleaching agent. These tooth whitening strips are placed on the teeth and gently pressed to make a contact between the whitener and the surface of the tooth. These are usually placed for about 30 minutes a day. The strips do not need any special trays. Strips coated with 10% or 6% hydrogen peroxide may be used. Your may expect the results in 7 or 14 days. The treatment can be stopped at any stage.

3.Toothpastes
The toothpastes help remove surface stain through the action of mild abrasives or chemical polishing agents. Whitening toothpastes with the ADA Seal of Acceptance program do not alter the intrinsic color of teeth, unlike bleaches.

Homemade Teeth Whitening.
Homemade recipes will brighten your teeth and gums healthy. These homemade recipes can remove plaque, keep you gums healthy and control tartar. The following recipes of toothpastes, tooth powder and mouthwash you can make at your place easily.

1.3 parts of baking soda , finely ground prickly ash bark and calcium-magnesium- vitamin c , each. One part of Echinacea powder and sea salt; half part of goldenseal powder. Mix all ingredients and make powder for teeth whitening. Take ¼ teaspoon of this powder and use.

2.For making tooth whitener, take 3 teaspoon of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of table salt. Now mix very well and use as tooth powder.

3. Take 5 teaspoons baking soda and vegetable glycerin; 10 drops of peppermint for fresh breath; ¼ teaspoon salt. Mix all the ingredients, toothpaste is ready. Now store in bottle.

4.Take one teaspoon of lemon juice and one teaspoon of salt. Now make a paste and use it on discolored teeth.

5.Take half teaspoon of bi-carbonate of soda and some water for mixing. Mix bi-carbonate soda with water and it form a paste.Rub this on your teeth regularly. This is good for whitening teeth.

6.Take one cup water; one teaspoon of aloe vera gel; four teaspoon vegetable glycerine and1/4 cup of plain soda drink. 10 drops of peppermint for freshing breath. In boiling water add all ingredients except peppermint. Now remove from heat and after 15-20 minutes add peppermint and shake well. It is ready for teeth cleaning.

7.Take one teaspoon of baking soda and some drops of hydrogen peroxide. Mix these ingredients and form a paste. Use it two times a week.

8.Mix 3 teaspoon of baking soda with 1 teaspoon of salt and form powder. Use regularly this tooth powder for cleaning your teeth and gums.

9.Take 2 tablespoon of baking soda, one teaspoon of vodka and half teaspoon of salt and some drops of oregano oil. Mix all these ingredients and form a toothpowder. It is not useful if you have bonding on your teeth because Oregano oil will stain it.

Teeth And Whitening Sites:
1.http://ezinearticles.com/?Homemade-Teeth-Whitening-Solutions&id=1995417

2.http://www.walletpop.com/blog/2008/08/08/pearly-whites-without-paying-a-fortune-homemade-teeth-whitening/

3.http://www.free-makeup-tips.com/home-remedies/home-remedy-teeth-whitening.htm

4.http://www.maximumteethwhitening.com/blog/archives/homemade-teeth-whitening-what-helps-what-hurts/