It’s
fair to say that all people want to have a sparkling, red
carpet-worthy smile. Nowadays, anyone can have it with the plethora
of both DIY and professional whitening solutions out there. Be
warned, however: of both whitening methods, DIY is the riskiest.
For
one, most of the DIY
teeth whitening kits sold on the market harbor two chemicals that
aren’t really meant for the mouth: chlorine dioxide (the same
chemical used in disinfecting swimming pools) and hydrogen peroxide.
On a general note, these chemicals are still used by trained
professionals so safety isn’t a question. When these chemicals find
their way into the hands of untrained, inexperienced individuals,
however, the dangers rise.
Using
hydrogen peroxide for teeth whitening is safe provided that the
mixture containing it is properly prepared. A simple mixture of
baking soda and a minuscule 3% hydrogen peroxide is recommended,
though the results are slow and gradual. In this regard, some people
up the ante by using higher concentrations of hydrogen peroxide—and
this is where something bad happens.
Hydrogen
peroxide works by seeping through the enamel and eliminating stains
from the inside; but if amounts are excessive, the soft tissue inside
can burn and gums may recede, leading to oversensitivity. Chlorine,
on the other hand, is much more dangerous as it works by “scraping”
the enamel of stains, gradually destroying it over time.
That
being said, trusting a professional for teeth whitening is definitely
the best choice one can make out there.
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