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There are a number of tooth whitening products available both over the counter and through your dentist. Historically it has always been advised that you only use professional tooth whitening products under the supervision of your dentist but more recently an equally effective and far cheaper home based alternative has become available.




If you go to your dentist you will be offered the traditional tooth whitening approach which will involve the formulation of a mouth guard and an initial treatment of bleaching to start the whitening process. You will continue the treatment at home over a period of 2 – 4 weeks with each session of bleaching lasting around 1/2hr to an hour.



If you want a quicker but more expensive alternative then you can go for laser / zoom whitening which takes around an hour. The bleaching is completed in one session with the chemical being activated by a laser light. Zoom whitening can result in teeth several shades lighter than the cheaper alternative.



Over the counter products aren’t recommended by the American Dental Association. Their active bleaching ingredient tends to be hydrogen peroxide which means, given its harmful nature, the quantities contained in over the counter tooth whitening products aren’t significant enough to be that effective.



The only tooth whitening products available for home use that do have the ADA’s seal of approval are tray-based products that are available from your dentist. These tooth whitening products that have been approved by the ADA contain carbamide peroxide as the bleaching compound and not hydrogen peroxide.



You can now buy tray-based tooth whitening products off the internet which contain the carbamide bleaching compound which can offer you around a 70% saving over dentist based treatments which can set you back around $500. Companies who offer tray-based tooth whitening products believe that there is no clinical basis to support that professional or laser tooth whitening is better than tray based products.



Tray based tooth whitening products effectively consist of bleaching trays which are either pre moulded based on your teeth impressions or thermoformed which is reported to provide a much closer contact than lab moulded products (available from Express White). The pre-moulded trays are the same as the trays obtained through your dentist. The gel is applied to the inside of the mould which is then placed on your teeth for around two hours a day or while your sleep with noticeable results expected within 2 – 4 days.



Many manufacturers offer tooth whitening toothpastes. Tooth whitening toothpastes will help keep your teeth looking whiter but are not generally effective for physically whitening your teeth. Tooth whitening toothpastes tend to be abrasive as they work on removing stains rather than bleaching the teeth so it is advisable, in order to prevent damage to your teeth, to get your dentist to recommend a suitable product.

If you are looking for that brighter, whiter smile then tooth whitening can be a very effective way of lightening the color of your teeth. Tooth whitening is a highly effective way of combating stains created from smoking, eating and certain drinks such as coffee, tea and red juice.



Some people naturally have whiter teeth than others but as we get older, like our bodies tend to head south so do our teeth become more discolored and stained. It’s not only what we eat, drink and smoke that affects our teeth but teeth can also become discolored from tarter and other things such things as tiny cracks in our teeth which increase susceptibility to staining.



If you approach your dentist about tooth whitening they will more than likely suggest the use professional bleaching as a form of whitening your teeth. Bleaching is not a quick fix but it is one of the least expensive options with the whole process taking about 3 – 4 weeks. Firstly, your dentist will have to make a mouth guard to protect your mouth from the effect of the bleach and once the mouth guard is ready your dentist will start the tooth whitening treatment. After the initial treatment you will have to apply the bleach yourself over a two to four weeks for periods of half an hour to an hour at a time although some products can be left on longer to achieve a faster result.



A relatively new method for tooth whitening is laser tooth whitening whereby bleach is painted onto your teeth and then the chemical is activated by a laser light. Laser whitening speeds up the process of whitening your teeth and can result in teeth several shades lighter than through traditional methods of tooth whitening. The whole process takes just around an hour. Laser whitening is a more expensive method but the upside is the speed and the end result.



You can purchase home tooth whitening kits (over-the-counter) but they usually only contain a small element of hydrogen peroxide, in the region of just 2-3% of what is in a professional product, so will have little noticeable impact on the color of your teeth.



You can experience the benefits of tooth whitening for up to 3 years following treatment but it will vary from person to person and smoking and the consumption of certain foods and drinks will speed up the discoloration process. Tooth whitening only works on natural teeth and is not the answer to discolored dentures, crowns or any other form of false teeth.



Tooth whitening can sometimes result in some uncomfortable side effects, which usually only cause temporary discomfort, with the possible side effects including tooth sensitivity, sore gums and sore throat. You should discuss the possible side affect of tooth whitening, with your dentist, before starting the process.

Tooth Whitening
Welcome to Tooth Whitening Links. The purpose of our site is to explain the different kinds of tooth whitening methods that are available. Currently there are three teeth whitening methods. Each of them varies in effectiveness and cost. The following is a description of each one. We've gathered information about the cost as well as the effectiveness to help you make your decision.

At home tooth whitening:
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Laser tooth whitening:
Laser tooth whiting is relatively a new procedure, and was first developed by a team of NASA scientists. It has quickly become a preferred method among dentists. Primarily because it takes less than two hours to complete and requires no follow up treatment. Find out if this new procedure is right for you. Read about the disadvantages and advantages. to go there now.

Professional tooth whitening:
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وصفات طبيعية للعناية بالأسنان والشفاه

تستحوذ منطقة الفم على قدر كبير من اهتمامات حواء، ونقدم لها هنا بعض المستحضرات الطبيعية للحفاظ والعناية بالفم والأسنان والشفاه. وتشمل هذه الوصفات بودرة المريمية وذلك لمقاومة التسوس ، والملح لتقوية اللثة ، والعسل للشفاه ,, إلخ.

* بودرة المريمية:
المكونات :
2 ملعقة كبيرة من أوراق المريمية الطازجة.
2 ملعقة كبيرة من ملح الطعام.
التحضير والاستعمال :
توضع الأوراق والملح في وعاء ويدق عليهما بيد الهون لعمل عجينة، ثم توضع العجينة في فرن دافئ حتى تصبح صلبة، ثم تُسحق مرة أخرى لعمل بودرة، وتحفظ في زجاجة محكمة الغلق.
وهذا المستحضر من المستحضرات الفعالة في العناية بصحة وجمال الفم، فهو يعمل على مقاومة التسوّس ويزيل صُفرة الأسنان والبقع المترسبة عليها كما أنه مُعطّر جيد الفم.

* الملح والبيكنج بودر:
المكونات :
3 ملعقة كبيرة بيكنج بودر.
3 ملعقة كبيرة من ملح الطعام.
التحضير والاستعمال :
تُخلط البودرة والملح خلطاً جيداً، ويحفظ الخليط في زجاجة مغلقة، ويستخدم هذا المستحضر كغسول للفم وذلك بإضافة ملعقة صغيرة إلى نصف كوب ماء دافئ، ويؤدي استعمال هذه الغسول بصفة منتظمة إلى تقوية اللثة، بالإضافة لأنها تعطّر الفم.

* العسل :
المكونات :
6 ملاعق صغيرة عسل نحل نقي.
4 نقط ماء حصالبان.
التحضير والاستعمال :
يخلط العسل جيداً بماء الحصالبان، ويستخدم الخليط في دهان الشفاه قبل النوم، ويعمل هذا المستحضر على تطرية الشفاه، وتجميلها، وتقوية أنسجتها.

* رماد الخبز:
المكونات :
قطعة خبز.
ملعقة صغيرة من عسل النحل.
التحضير والاستعمال :
تُحرق قطعة الخبز على النار حتى تصبح سوداء تماماً، ثم تُسحق لتحويلها إلى رماد ناعم، يخلط هذا الرماد مع عسل النحل لصنع عجينة، وتستخدم هذه العجينة في دعك الأسنان، ولها نتيجة باهرة في تبييض الأسنان وإزالة مختلف الرواسب والصبغات.

* زبدة الكاكاو:
المكونات :
6 ملاعق صغيرة زبدة كاكاو.
21 ملعقة صغيرة شمع عسل مبشور.
التحضير والاستعمال :
يسخن شمع العسل مع زبدة الكاكاو على نار هادئة مع التقليب المستمر حتى يذوب الخليط، وعندما يتماسك، يستخدم في دهان الشفاه باستعمال فرشاة، ويؤدي هذا المستحضر إلى صقل الشفاه وتلميعها، كما يقاوم ظهور التشققات



1. Take a little extra time to give your teeth the care they deserve.

Did you know that it takes two to three minutes to adequately brush your teeth but that most people spend less than 30 seconds brushing ? Why is brushing this long so important ?

It all has to do with bacteria. Millions of bacteria live, work, and play in our mouths. They feed on food left on our teeth after we eat. Acid is a by-product of this bacterial feasting. It is this acid which destroys enamel creating cavities.

Brushing removes bacteria from our teeth so they can no longer make acid. It is important, however, to remove bacteria from all tooth surfaces. This takes two to three minutes.

2. Do a little flossing. It just might save your teeth.

O.K. so you've heard that you need to floss at least once a day. But has anyone ever told you why ? You see it all has to do with bacteria again. These crafty critters like to hide between teeth to escape the wrath of the toothbrush. Here they continue to feed on food spewing out cavity causing acid.

Worst yet - if allowed to remain for a long time, these bacteria invade and destroy gum tissue as well as the bones and ligaments which support teeth. Flossing removes these bacteria from between teeth so they can no longer cause problems.

3. Its not just the candy that is dangerous to your smile.

Did you know that many foods other than candy promote tooth decay ? Bacteria feed on the sugar of candy creating cavity causing acid. Bacteria, however, not only use candy to create acid but can also use any food which contains sugars and other carbohydrates. This includes fruits, peanut butter, crackers, potato chips, popcorn, and other foods.

Especially harmful can be foods like raisins and peanut butter that stick to teeth where they provide a constant source of energy for bacteria.

What can you do to protect yourself ? Well brushing after meals helps by removing both the bacteria and the left over food particles which the bacteria feast on. If you can not brush, try washing food down with liquids ensuring that less food remains on teeth. Chewing sugarless gum also helps because this stimulates saliva flow. Saliva acts as a natural plaque fighting substance.

Everybody loves a bright white smile, and there are a variety of products and procedures available to help you improve the look of yours.

Many people are satisfied with the sparkle they get from brushing twice daily with a fluoride-containing toothpaste, cleaning between their teeth once a day and the regular cleanings at your dentist’s office. If you decide you would like to go beyond this to make your smile look brighter, you should investigate all of your options.

You can take several approaches to whiten your smile:

In-office bleaching;
At-home bleaching;
Whitening toothpastes

Homemade
Tried and true homemade dental care recipes to not only brighten your teeth and freshen your breathe, but they also save on your pocket book. Experiment, come up with your own variations.

Mint Tooth Paste Recipe


Ingredients:

6 teaspoons baking soda
1/3 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons glycerin
15 drops peppermint or wintergreen extract


Directions:
Mix thoroughly. Should be a tooth paste consistency. Store in a container. You'll be surprised with how fresh your mouth feels.






Lemon Mouth Wash Recipe


Ingredients:

3/4 cup baking soda
20 drops lemon essential oil
1 1/4 cup distilled water
30 drops bergamot essential oil


Directions:
Combine the essential oils in a bottle, shake well then allow to sit for 1 week. Shake once a day. When ready to use it , dilute the mix with 3 parts water/ 1 part mixture. Use it as a gargle or mouth rinse. Do Not Drink.






Super Cleanser


Ingredients:

Hydrogen peroxide (a few drops)
Baking soda
.


Directions:
Make a paste by combining the two ingredients. Use this paste on your teeth and also gently rub along your gums two times a week.