Teeth Whitening Products

Here are some products available at the local drugstore or supermarket that can help you whiten your teeth. 

Whitening strips are among some of the most popular items when it comes to teeth whitening products. These items can easily be purchased without a prescription and from a local supermarket or drugstore. The teeth whitening strips utilize hydrogen peroxide as their main active ingredient. This chemical actually bleaching the teeth stains and makes them appear whiter with regular use. The more expensive selection of whitening strips have a higher concentration of hydrogen peroxide. This is the same active substance that dentists use for in-house procedures. These packages usually contain two types of strips: for the upper part and half for the lower one. Once applied to your teeth, they perform a deep chemical cleaning that restores and rejuvenates for a brighter smile. Bleaching strips is a common alternative name to this product. This option is great for individuals that are regular coffee and wine drinkers that cannot avoid staining their teeth. The strips work very well if you have certain dental problems. It is always important to consult a dentist.

It sounds almost like magic to be able to paint a wonder-liquid on your teeth and then notice they've become brighter. Gel teeth whitening products usually contain a hydrogen peroxide concentration of 6% or above. These gels are applied to the teeth via a customized whitening tray. Trays can be bought at the store or from a dentist. The tray is inserted for a specific period of time and then rinsed off. Results should be expected on when committing to daily use and the complete instructions. These whitening gels need to be used correctly in order to avoid the risk of harming your gums or seeing no improvement.

Most people overlook the fact that toothpaste can be a great whitener. The truth is this toothpaste is often a marketing strategy. To separate the good from the bad a consumer needs to look for the inclusion of hydrogen peroxide as an active ingredient within the formula. Peroxide is a powerful whitening agent. Some brands contain ingredients that polish gently instead of chemically bleaching. Non-peroxide formula toothpastes usually come with fewer risks but they don’t provide long-lasting results.