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Teeth whitening medically
Teeth whitening is a form of dentistry, as it must be performed by a dentist or a specialized therapist according to the doctor’s instructions, and some beauty salons do this whitening, but this is illegal, and it may lead to health damages in the mouth [1] .
Bleaching system
Teeth are whitened by using gels that are placed on the teeth for a specified period of time for a period of two to four weeks, and some gels can be left for eight continuous hours, which makes the treatment period shorter. So that it only reaches one week, and teeth can also be whitened by laser, in which case the treatment takes about an hour. [1] .
Information about bleaching
Important information about bleaching includes the following: [1]
- Teeth whitening is not permanent. It lasts from a few months to three years, and this period varies from person to person, and the whitening effect may end faster when smoking or excessive drinking tea and coffee.
- The bleach special real teeth; Therefore, it cannot be applied to dentures, veneers, or fillings.
Teeth whitening naturally
Baking soda
Baking soda has natural bleaching properties. It is included in the composition of some commercial toothpastes, as it gives the mouth an alkaline environment that limits the growth of bacteria, and it is noteworthy that science has not proven that brushing teeth with baking soda may whiten them, but many studies have shown that toothpaste that contains soda Bread has a great effect on whitening, and it is more effective in removing yellow stains from the teeth compared to other toothpastes without them, and to get good results, mix a teaspoon of baking soda with two teaspoons of water, and brush the teeth with it with the paste several times a week . 2] .
Apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar has been used for a long period of time as an antiseptic and a natural cleaning substance, as it contains acetic acid, which kills bacteria very effectively, according to studies conducted on cow teeth; Apple vinegar has a whitening effect on the teeth, but she found that it may weaken them as well. Therefore, it should be avoided daily, and it is used as a mouthwash after mixing it with water and then rinsing for several minutes, then rinsing the mouth with plain water. [2]
Hydrogen peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide is a natural whitening agent, and it contributes to effectively killing bacteria in the mouth, so it is included in many whitening products available in the market, and a study indicated that brushing teeth with a commercial toothpaste containing baking soda and hydrogen peroxide twice a day increases the whiteness Teeth by 62% within six weeks, and mouthwash containing hydrogen peroxide can be used as a gargle, and hydrogen peroxide can be mixed with baking soda to form a paste, then used to gently brush the teeth, and it is preferable to consult a doctor before using it because it may cause irritation of sensitive teeth. [3]
References
- ^ A b v "Teeth Whitening" , Www.nhs.uk , 25-11-2015, Retrieved 18-2-2018. Edited.
- ^ A b Becky the Bell (9-11-2016), "7 the Simple Ways To Whiten Your Teeth ' Naturally At Menu Home" , Www.healthline.com , Retrieved 18-2-2018. Edited.
- ↑ "Top 13 natural Home Remedies To Whiten Teeth Fast For Smokers" , www.vkool.com , 13-10-2017, Retrieved 18-2-2018. Edited.
