Get Teeth Whiter

So you want to have whiter teeth, but don’t know where to go from here? There are both natural and chemical ways to brighten your teeth; you choose which best fits your beliefs and lifestyle. Genetics and age is also an important element in the discoloration of teeth. Below is a checklist of both types of whitening remedies that can be used. Check off the ones you have used and found effective, and highlight those that sound interesting for your “to try” list.

Natural Teeth Whitening Methods and Products

•    Try eating more strawberries and fresh fruit, but fruits containing a lot of citric acids may create yellowing.
•    Avoid drinking a lot of coffee, tea, soda, and other dark liquids.
•    Rinse your mouth with lemon juice.
•    Practice good oral hygiene, brushing and flossing frequently.
•    Brush and/or rinse your teeth with a mixture of baking soda, lemon juice, and salt.
•    Rinse your mouth with vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
•    Stop smoking.
•    I would say to stop aging, but the alternative is even less desirable than discolored teeth.

Chemical Teeth Whitening Methods and Products

•    You may want to invest in a tray-based gel system. They can be purchased over-the-counter or special made for you by your dentist.
•    You may want to try a 36% Plasma Laser Bluelight Teeth Whitening Kit. Consult your local professional.
•    Whitening strips can be effective if used over an extended period of time. Be sure to closely follow all the directions, and be patient for your results.
•    Professional Peroxide gel and laser light treatments are very effective, especially for deeply stained or yellowed teeth.
•    You can also use a 22% and 35% professional strength Carbamide peroxide teeth whitening kit and gel.

When choosing which methods or products form the above checklist, it is always helpful to consult a professional and even ask several friends or family members who have used whitening products which ones have worked best for them. Keep in mind, though, different products and/or methods work differently on every person. What might have been an excellent whitening system for your friend, may not necessarily give you the results you desire, or it may not do so in the timeframe you want.

How long can you expect these teeth whitening methods to last? If you are diligent about not returning to your old eating, drinking, or smoking habits—especially right after a teeth whitening treatment, you can expect in-home “do-it-yourself” remedies to last from 30 to 120 days or more, depending on the depth of your staining issues. If you have your