Thursday, April 16, 2009

Teeth whitening?

I was just wondering if anyone could suggest a method of whitening my teeth that is not too expensive. Maybe a home-made method? If not, any suggestions on the best store bought product for your money?

Teeth whitening?
Chewing on crunchy foods like carrots, apples and celery, is said to cause friction which helps get debris off your teeth that can stain them. There are many old natural remedies and some new natural and/or herbal products, as well as, some chemical products, all claiming to whiten teeth.





The color of teeth comes from genetics originally, and it varies person to person. Teeth will natually discolor over time due to age. The best way to keep teeth as white and you were designed to have, is to avoid foods, liquids, drugs, and products that stain teeth.





Avoid things known to stain teeth, like coffee, tea, red wine, berries, tobacco products, food colorings, etc.... Avoid direct exposure to a lot of raw lemons or citrus products like tomatos, limes, oranges, as the citric acid wears the enamel off the teeth, and when dentin is exposed (like with cavities), it can cause discoloration. If you do eat them, rinse your teeth right away. Avoid carbonated drinks that contain phosphoric acid, like coca cola for the same reason. Sports drinks often contain citric acid, phosphoric acid and organic acid (coffee contains organic acids, also). The latter two are known to break down calcium, along with breaking down enamel. Also, If you eat raw papaya or raw pineapple, rinse your mouth after eating them, as they have enzymes that can cause sores in your mouth and gums, because they break down proteins.





The antibiotic tetracycline is known to cause teeth to stain and so is fluoride and caffeine. Mercury fillings cause teeth to stain where the tooth comes in contact with the filling; This is because of galvanization. So, one should get all amalgams replaced. Gold seems to be ok as long as it is a good quality gold such as high noble, and white composites or porcelain fillings can be used.





Hydrogen peroxide can whiten teeth, but it can penetrate teeth, which are porous, and cause sensitivity. It is used in dental bleaching. It is a special 35% solution, so buying the 2% bottle of it over the counter in hopes to make your teeth white, will not work and could eventually cause sensitivity, irritation, or inflamation of the gums. Myself, I do not recommend teeth whiteners of any kind, for the same reason. If you do decide to use a teeth whitener, either over the counter or from the dentist, if you are not avoiding foods that cause staining, your teeth will stain again, and you will have wasted your money. To whiten your teeth often, will most likely cause sensitivity, enamel breakdown, and can lead to cavities. The long term effects of teeth bleaching on nerves and blood vessels inside the teeth are unknown. Laser bleaching seems to cause more problems with sensitivity than non-laser bleaching. Bleaching does not work on false teeth, crowns, veneers or fillings (even white ones). You may opt to replace those with lighter shades if you don%26#039;t like the color. Bleaching is not recommended for children whose teeth are still developing or for pregnant or breastfeeding women.





It is important to brush after meals to avoid plaque and tartar build up, which can also cause discoloration. Avoid toothpastes that contain abrasives to fight plaque and tarter, as they can wear away enamel and make the dentin show through (which has a yellowish or brownish tint), which can cause staining, or cavities or cause your teeth to appear brown or yellow. Also, avoid brushing too hard for the same reason. If you do consume products that cause staining, use water to rinse your mouth directly afterward.





There is a technique called internal bleaching. The only way it can be done is to have a root canal, and root canals cause devastating health effects and should be avoided altogether.





The British Dental Association has expressed concern that the smokers%26#039; whitening toothpastes Clinomyn and Pearl Drops are too abrasive. Many whitening toothpastes contain titanium dioxide, a suspected carcinogen and can be absorbed by the skin, and, when the effluent containing it is discharged from manufacturers, it acidifies rivers and seas.





Smokers toothpaste, Topol, containing an abrasive form of silica to remove heavy stains from tar and resin deposits can cause damage to cementum and dentin in people with gingival recession, resulting root exposure.





Tooth whitening actually requires modifying the intrinsic tooth color, chemically alterating the chromophores within the tooth. Whitening toothpastes using bicarbonate, alumina and polyphosphates cannot whiten teeth; All they can do is contribute to stain removal. Whitening requires bleaching or enzymatic disruption.





Acid penetration and dissolution has not been an acceptable method of whitening for nearly a century.





Many products claim whitening ability with various peroxides -- hydrogen, calcium or carbamide. For over-the-counter peroxide content is kept low. It has effervescence and maybe some short-lived bleaching because peroxide is rapidly broken down by oral enzymes from bacteria and saliva. Gels stay on longer, but must be used with a tray to work. Only whitening products used by dentists have ADA acceptance. Over-the-counter product manufacturers have never attempted such claims.





A product called NatureWhite contains carbamide peroxide is supposed to whiten your teeth dramatically with just one 45 Minute application. It is said to be the same thing that dentists use and that dentists use a 12% solution while NatureWhite uses a 22% solution. Crest white strips, by comparison, have a 3% solution.





Before whitening your teeth, you should find out if your teeth have thin enamel. This can cause your teeth to have a yellowish or brownish apperance. Whitening will not help in this situation and can make appearance worse and cause sensitivity.





There are herbs that have been used throughout history to whiten teeth. Sage boiled in water to make tea was said to strengthen gums and whiten teeth. During the middle ages, powdered mint leaves were used to whiten teeth. Charcoal was touted as the best powder to use for whitening teeth, removing tartar and preventing decay. Other common ingredients in tooth powders included: cream of tartar, camphor, white castile soap powder, cuttle fish bone, precipitated chalk, powdered borax, powdered gum myrrh, powdered orris root, and talc. The majority of these ingredients cleaned and whitened teeth.





Here are some other natural remedies :





Take a teaspoon of lemon juice and a tsp of salt. Make a paste. Apply this on the yellowish tint.





Use the inner white part of an orange peel to rub teeth for a lovely white shine.





Take half teaspoon of bi-carbonate of soda mixed with a little water to form a paste. Rub this on your teeth.





Dried %26amp; powdered Bay leaves combined with dried orange peel is an excellent whitener.





Strawberries, oddly enough are said to have cleansing and bleaching properties that can help remove of tea and coffee stains, especially from dentures. Crush the strawberries gently and rub the pulp onto your teeth. Rinse with water.





There are some new tooth pastes and products with Bromaine Complex, a combination of the natural enzymes, Bromelaine from pineapple, and Papain from papaya, said to be clinically proven to whiten teeth.





Dentizyme is an herbal remedy; it consists of a unique blend of bio-active plant enzymes, organic botanicals, rainforest botanicals, and essential oils. Dentizyme users report fewer or no gum disease symptoms, they also report that their gums look pinker and healthier along with excellent teeth whitening results and teeth stains are said to disappear entirely with continued use of this herbal extract.


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here is some info on zoom:





http://www.rebeccablood.net/archive/2007...





Price is $500 to $675





How does Zoom teeth whitening work?





This method consists of a mixture of gel and special light wave treatments. The patient is seated and the dentist uses a retractor to separate the lips from the teeth so that the gel can be applied. A special gel is then applied on all the exterior faces of the teeth. The dentist is careful, at this point, not to let the gel touch the patient’s gums too much, as it may cause irritation or lesions.





How long does it last and what effects can I expect?





The answers to the questions are different from one person to another. In most cases, a Zoom teeth whitening procedure is done twice a year. An average person who drinks coffee frequently and smokes daily will have improved tooth brightness - around 10 shades brighter. After the procedure is completed, the teeth will gradually start to regain their yellowish color over time, depending on how well you take care of them. On average, people who went through in office tooth whitening procedures noticed that their teeth stay white for months, although the initial brightness does not last more than a few weeks.


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for toothpaste, i recommend neydent or apagard and for a toothbrush, i recommend an ionic (not sonic) brush.





Neydent





NeyDent ® prevents caries and pain when the teeth are extremely sensitive. NeyDent ® also improves the blood flow, which strengthens the gums and builds up resistance against colds and infections.





or





APAGARD remineralizing toothpaste





• According to the Japan Corporate News Network, Japanese toothpaste manufacturer Sangi has developed a technology to control ultrafine particles. The company will start to distribute New-Apagard, a toothpaste based on the technology, in April 2004. Sangi claims the paste is highly effective in re-calcifying and whitening teeth.
Reply:White washing your teeth might be cheaper but hazardous. Hence, you have no alternative to consulting a dentist.
Reply:I%26#039;ve used Crest Whitening Strips. They are cheap and work well.
Reply:Well, you can use teeth whitening system but there are rumors that teeth whitening system is cancerous.
Reply:in the end....office whitening. u will spend way more on over the counter products that will never get your teeth as white as you want. if you get the trays done in the office its a one time fee. u get 2 syringes of gel for 2 weeks and your teeth will be totally white. after a year you will need to buy more gel to touch up which only costs about 25 dollars and you only need to touch up 2 days and the gel goes in the fridge til u need it again.
Reply:I use, and love, Crest Whitening Strips. They start at a little over $10 and go to over $40. I have always been happy with the results. After I complete the whitening process I use Crest Vivid White tooth paste to help boost the color and even everything out. I also suggest you invest in an electric tooth brush, it will help naturally whiten your teeth and keep them white.





Good Luck!
Reply:Commercial tooth whiteners use hydrogen peroxide and


are expensive and inconvenient. A cheap and natural


tooth whitening home remedy uses few strawberries


but certain precautions have to be followed. details


available at http://tinyurl.com/ep7yg



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Teeth whitening??

I%26#039;m after a good teeth whitening product that actually works. Something i can use at home and buy from a chemist. Do you people know of anything??

Teeth whitening??
Overall I would say that most of my patient%26#039;s have had some measure of success with the Crest Whitestrips, some more than others. Our office uses Crest Supreme which are much stronger than what you can buy in a drugstore and don%26#039;t cost that much more ($60.00 vs $30.00). You can purchase the drugstore version, but do yourself the favor of using them right after you get your teeth cleaned as any staining and buildup (tartar or plaque) will impede their ability to work. Also, don%26#039;t use fluoride toothpaste before putting the strips on (same reason). The strips are probably your best low price alternative, much less than in office whitening or custom trays (about $500.00). I am also hearing happy reviews with the Aquafresh whitening trays, unlike the strips they don%26#039;t have the tendency to slip or move). All of the methods (strips, trays, custom trays, in office whitening) have the potential to make your teeth temporarily sensitive, but will not harm the enamel. You might try to drink dark liquids through a straw and don%26#039;t smoke. Most whitening toothpastes just remove stain on the surfaces of your teeth and therefore are not so effective. Whatever method you use it will not whiten your teeth for life, as you age your teeth will get darker and may need to be whitened again.





Good luck!





JAMRDH - a dental hygienist
Reply:The best products are available from the dentist, but they are more expensive.
Reply:Crest Whitestrips
Reply:GoSmile makes toothpaste and whitening kits that work GREAT- a bit more expensive than most- but I swear I saw a difference in ONE use with the toothpaste! www.gosmile.com
Reply:I user Blanx from boots, it quite expensive around £7 but is quite good, I get the intense stain removal one.
Reply:i use denivit around 3.00 sterling
Reply:Quite a few people are allergic to the chemical which whitens teeth so watch out.
Reply:don%26#039;t waste your time and money on DIY product, just go to a dentist and get it done professionally, it will last longer too.
Reply:the crest 7 day whiting strips work but i recmend 7 days more than 14 days
Reply:try asking your dentist for some good and safe recommendations. http://www.oramd.com/teeth-whitening-art... also has some good list of options you can try. Hope it helps!
Reply:i have just seeen a colgate whitening paste, it costs about 4 pounds ,it can only be used once a week , the tiny tube has enough for 6 aplications, read the ingredients, some people are allergic to titanium dioxide , this is an ingredient in some whitening toothpastes.



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Teeth whitening?

how much do orthodontists charge for teeth whitening what is the average cost?

Teeth whitening?
it can run up to 600 dollars if you do the %26#039;zoom%26#039; teeth whitening which is same day whitening. If you read your local newpaper (or alternative paper) you might be able to find some real good specials... even first time patients pricing.
Reply:You can go in to see one and get a quote.
Reply:300 to 500
Reply:depends on what you have done the new thing zoomthat they do with the ultra violet lights is a few hundred dollars
Reply:way too much... from $500 on up to over $2k, however my sister is a dental hygienist and she told me to use hydrogen peroxide a few years ago... just let it slash in your mouth for a few mins and then spit it out and re-brush your teeth... do it once a day and you%26#039;ll have whiter teeth in less than a week... all at the cost of about 48 cents!!!
Reply:its stupid.... it makes ur teeth look like it was fake.... becuz it makes it unnaturally fake... so i used the cogate whitening.... not the strips beucz those suck... the small bottle that looks like white out.... its awesome becuz i used it too.
Reply:If you want a cheaper alternative, I suggest Listorine whitening mouthwash. I%26#039;ve been using it twice a day before brushing and noticed a big difference after only a week.
Reply:It does cost alot to get your teeth whitened by an orthodontist, I agree with the post above about the Listerine Whitening, I have been using it and it has made a noticable difference, my teeth are whiter and all you have to do is swish it around in your mouth for a minute before you brush! :)
Reply:well mate.. first of all an orthodontist does`nt deal with teeth whitening.. unless he or she has general practice too... prices vary from clinic to clinic.. the ZOOM 2 is the best in the market at present with minimum side effects....


And please dont listen to people saying to use Hydrogen Peroxide.. cos if it is not in the right dilution u will end up burning ur gums and cheek....they may end up white instead of your teeth!
Reply:50-100$











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Reply:Its cheaper to use the strips or buy the stronger strength strips from your dentist office.



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Teeth Whitening?

i want to use whitening trays BUT





i have super sensitive teeth. i mean super sensitive. (tried sensodyne, didnt help btw.) What can I do?

Teeth Whitening?
they may be too strong for you. they hurt my teeth if i use them 2x a day like suggested on the box.





to lessen the intensity, do not brush your teeth immediately before using the trays.





if they are too intense for you, stop using. give them to your mom or someone. (my mom gave me the whitestrips she bought and found painful to use.)





a good toothpaste is colgate total whitening. there is a vivid white by crest but i tried it and it didn%26#039;t work well and it%26#039;s not ADA approved. if you check toothpastes, not all are approved by the American Dental Association, meaning the claims have not been validated. most whitening toothpastes, like vivid white and rembrandt are not ADA approved, but colgate total whitening is.





if the toothpaste is too strong, talk to your dentist about what to use.
Reply:Most whitening trays instruct you to use them twice daily...if you have sensitive teeth try using them once a day.
Reply:I reccomend that you may visit your dentist ..
Reply:1)Why are your teeth discolored?


2)Tea,Coffee,Soda(worst)stainers.


3Check the whitening ingredients;enamel erosion leads to dental caries(cavities)


4)THREE FACTORS:YOUR TEETH


a.Mother health/nutrition


b.Genetic traits


c.Diet


Prove Home Remedy:


Hydrogen Peroxide and Baking Soda


Make a paste %26amp; brush daily.


you%26#039;ll see the difference in 3 days!Floss!
Reply:i advice u to use another whitening devices than the trays..


don%26#039;t use any commercial whitenings unless u ask ur dentist..


and to solve ur sensitivity , the dentist should examine ur teeth to fine the tooth that causes most of the sensitivity to make for it root canal... then u%26#039;ll find ur self much better.



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Teeth Whitening?

I%26#039;m getting my braces off in about a month and I%26#039;m scarred that they won%26#039;t be as white as they were before I got braces (4 years ago...). I am wondering if there are any side-effects whitening strips would have on my teeth, if you recommend them, and if so what you%26#039;re favourite kind is!





Thank-you!

Teeth Whitening?
It%26#039;s perfectly fine to bleach your teeth. Yes your teeth may be sensitive....but only for a couple days. You can stop bleaching when they get sensitive and then do it again once they feel better. I would recommend Crest White Strips Premium from the store or Crest White Strips Supreme from your dentist.
Reply:yes whitening strips..or any sort of tooth whitening product would have to %26quot; bleach %26quot; your hair,and thats not good for your teeth simply because it takes off the top layer of your teeth,causing your teeth to be very sensitive to %26quot;cold%26quot; and maibe even %26quot;hot%26quot; things you eat/drink.
Reply:One popular tooth whitening product that you can use is bleaching solution that contains peroxide for bleaching tooth enamel. The bleaching agent in these products is usually carbamide peroxide, which is available in 10, 16 and 22 percent concentrations.





Whiteners that contain peroxide typically come in gel form and are placed in a mouthguard. Some products are used twice a day for 2 weeks while others are intended for overnight use for a 1 to 2 weeks period. If you can obtain the bleaching solution from your dentist, he will be able to construct a custom mouth guard to fit your teeth precisely. Currently, the American Dental Association endorses only dentist-dispensed home-use percent carbamide peroxide tray-applied gels.





In addition to bleaching solution, whitening strips are increasingly being used as a preferred tooth whitening product. For instance, you are now able to get your hands on a set of Crest Whitestrips Supreme from any convenience store. The flexible, invisible strips are coated with an enamel-safe tooth bleaching gel. To whiten your teeth, you simply place the strips on your teeth and wear them for about 15 to 30 minutes each day. After a period of about 21 days, you should be able to see a significant difference on the brightness of your teeth. And not to worry, it has not result in any bad side effects so far!





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Teeth whitening?

any good tips for whitening teeth.afraid husband is heavy smoker.i no it is disgusting.they are realy bad,and is embarresed to go to dentist.

Teeth whitening?
I buy whitening strips online they are very good I use this site


https://www.dentist.net/whitestrips-comp...
Reply:I like crest whitening rinse.
Reply:Sorry but the f@gs have got to stop. Seriously. They are the very worst thing you can do to your teeth (after sugar of course.)


Other tips: electric toothbrush (TWICE a day); flossing; avoiding cola/tea/coffee as much as possible; whitening toothpaste such as Arm %26amp; Hammer Extra Whitening.





But, above all, a trip to the dentist for clinical advice. Forget the embarrassment.



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Teeth Whitening?

Are there any natural, at home remedies for teeth whitening? Would be interesting to know......

Teeth Whitening?
Try using a mixture of bicarbonate of soda and lemon juice. Mix to a watery paste and brush vigorously. Rinse and see instant results. It does not taste nice but gets the job done!
Reply:Strawberries have a natural bleaching effect and are loaded with Vitamin C, so you simply can%26#039;t lose. Rub the pulp over your teeth and then rinse.





Lemon peel massaged over the teeth is often used for whitening. Rinse thoroughly.





Avoid smoking. This is one of the quickest ways of turning white teeth yellow.
Reply:Are the teeth still inside a head. If so is the head part of a living being or has the said organism expired.


More robust teeth whitening methods may be employed if the subject is dead or the subject is held down securely and your not too worried about effects on general health.
Reply:brush daily atleast three times.wash itwith rohit and rohit teeth powder easily available in market.comon make ur teeth like the colour of snow.
Reply:Teeth Whitening Treatments


http://teeth-whitening-for-all.blogspot....





Teeth Whitening For a White and Shiny Teeth


http://teeth-whitening-for-all.blogspot....
Reply:Commercial tooth whiteners use hydrogen peroxide and


are expensive and inconvenient. A cheap and natural


tooth whitening home remedy uses few strawberries


but certain precautions have to be taken.


I found the information at http://tinyurl.com/ep7yg



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