Toothpaste that claims to whiten your teeth is one of the first steps everyone makes to try and get a whiter and brighter smile. However, these toothpastes does do not actually bleach your teeth. Instead it's more of a way to either help reduce surface stains caused by coffee, smoking, tea or foods that can stain. If you have already undergone a whitening treatment, a toothpaste is a great way to help prevent and slow down future discoloration and staining. Read the rest of this entry »
Author: Sharon Bell
When they were introduced years ago, tartar-control toothpastes caused a sensation in the market owing to their alleged ability to prevent gum disease. But the question remains: do these products really work or are they just an advertising gimmick?
First of all, what is tartar? This chalky, hard substance which your dentist calls calculus is a product of minerals in your saliva and plaque - a sticky material that clings to the surface of the teeth. As plaque accumulates, it hardens to form tartar which irritates the gums and can make you susceptible to periodontal disease.
"Tartar is calcified plaque, made rock hard by the minerals in saliva. If the plaque isn't removed by flossing and brushing, it can start to harden in 24 to 36 hours," said Consumer Reports. Read the rest of this entry »
Author: Belinda Sinclair
You've probably heard of tooth whitening strips and their whitening wonders. Some people swear that a tooth whitening strip across their teeth is the best way to achieve a dazzling smile. Even better than other professional tooth whitening products, they may say.
But is this true? Do tooth whitening strips outperform other products like tooth whitening gel, tooth whitening trays, or similar systems?
The Tooth Whitening Strip - How It Works
Tooth whitening strips are a unique tooth bleaching system. They are clear strips of plastic coated with carbamide peroxide (usually around 6-10% concentration), and are designed to be worn over the teeth twice a day, for an average of 30 minutes each session. The upper tooth whitening strip has a particular design as does the one for the bottom teeth. They are easy to apply and are barely noticeable to others (and thus can be worn practically any time of the day). Read the rest of this entry »
by Helena Adams
There's nothing more beautiful than a white and perfect smile. It conveys a good oral hygiene and self-confidence. There was a time when white smile only belongs to celebrities and superstars, but it's not the case anymore. Today, anyone can have a perfect smile as long as you can afford it, you can have it. There are a lot of teeth whitening products nowadays that are readily available in the market. These products range in price from several dollars up to hundreds of dollars.Anyone can have teeth whitening done by the dentist in his clinic in about an hour, or you can buy a teeth whitening system from your dentist to use right in your own home. Laser teeth whitening system can cost you $600.00 for just one session. It may be expensive but it is worth your money. If you don't have that much money to spend, and do not have to see the results immediately, you can try teeth whitening right in your own home. The most popular in home teeth whitening system are the tray-based systems.
Author: Anthony
Find out what teeth whitener kits are right for you? Here are a few that i have experienced. Recommended Teeth Whitener Kits:
1.Teeth Whitener tips-Whitening Toothpastes
All toothpastes help remove surface stains because they have mild abrasives. Some whitening toothpastes contain gentle polishing or chemical agents that provide additional stain removal effectiveness. Whitening toothpastes can help remove surface stains only and do not contain bleach; over-the-counter and professional whitening products contain hydrogen peroxide (a bleaching substance) that helps remove stains on the tooth surface as well as stains deep in the tooth.
Whitening toothpastes can lighten your teeth's color by about one shade. In contrast, light-activated whitening conducted in your dentist's office (see below) can make your teeth three to eight shades lighter. Read the rest of this entry »
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