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Home "How To" FAQ This section includes answers to the most frequently asked questions about teeth whitening. In the FAQ section below you will find a number of helpful answers to many of the questions that you have been thinking about. You can learn how whiten your teeth at home and get a brighter and whiter smile just by following some of the tips that are found in the advice and... more

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Teeth Whitening Tips

Brush your teeth and floss on a regular basis, especially after meals.

Cut down or quit using tobacco products. This is also true for coffee and tea as these will stain your teeth with regular use.

Eat lots of fruit. Eating strawberries is good and rubbing the inside of an orange peel on teeth is a good natural whitener.

Use toothpaste that includes baking soda (Be sure to check with your dentist first!).

Get your teeth cleaned professionally at least once every six months.

Do not try to use teeth whiteners on dental caps and other types of veneers or dental work.

Replace your tooth brush at least once every 2 or 3 months.

Use teeth whitening kits such as those that you can find on this site.

Articles that have been included to cover the topic of teeth whitening. With that said, here are some of the top answers to questions that have been submitted by people who have been looking for products that they can use for teeth whitening at home.

What are the different ways to whiten teeth?

There are a variety of methods that are used in order to get teeth whiter. You could visit your dentist and have him bleach your teeth or use one of the newer methods, laser teeth whitening. You could try the whitening teeth at home methods by using a variety of products that you can buy online. These are usually available in 'trial offers' such as those shown above. Then there is the very simple and inexpensive (and not always successful) method by which you purchuse some teeth whitening strips from your local drug store.

Is bleaching safe for my teeth?

For the most part, yes. It is important to note that this greatly depends on the concentration of the bleach. No more than a 10% solution is recommended. Most studies show that there is no structural damage to the teeth when a 10% solution of bleach is used.

How long does it take before I will notice a difference in the color of my teeth?

Different people report different results. Some notice a difference within the first few days while others have reported that it took at least two weeks before they noticed that their teeth were starting to look whiter. Some of this depends on which type of products you are using and if you are using them correctly (as per the instructions).

Once I have my teeth whitened, how long will they stay that way?

Most people report that the brightness fades slightly right away but then stays stable for around 6 months. Results vary by quite a bit. After 6 months you may need to repeat the process if you notice that your teeth are not as white as you would like them to be.

What if I have dental work?

In general, teeth whitening agents only work on natural tooth enamel. If you have veneers, bridges or caps then teeth whitening is not recommended.

Disclaimer

The answers to the questions above are not meant to replace or supplement the advice that you should get from a dental professional such as your dentist, periodontist or other provider.

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