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• Steps
• Method 1 of 2: Using ready-made teeth whitening products
• Method 2 of 2: Using Natural Teeth Whiteners with Hydrogen Peroxide
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need
• Similar articles

Teeth shining in their whiteness are usually an indicator of a person's youth and the presence of a large supply of vitality. As you age and with the consumption of foods such as tobacco or caffeine, teeth can lose their color and become yellow and dull. Despite the fact that the use of ready-made and self-prepared teeth whitening products with hydrogen peroxide can cause tooth sensitivity, they are quite safe products to use.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Using ready-made teeth whitening products

1. 1 Brush your teeth with whitening paste. Purchase a hydrogen peroxide whitening toothpaste from your pharmacy or store. For visible results, brush your teeth with it at least 2 times a day.
   • Purchase a paste that contains at least 3.5% hydrogen peroxide, which is usually the standard concentration. Be aware that the more peroxide in your toothpaste, the more sensitive your teeth can become from using it.
   • Brush your teeth twice a day. The first results from using toothpaste can appear in 2-6 weeks.
   • Remember that toothpastes only remove superficial stains from drinking and smoking.
   • Consider using another hydrogen peroxide product to remove deeper stains for better results.
   • Try to buy only those toothpastes that are approved by the Russian Dental Association to reduce the risk of using unsafe products.
2. 2 Try using a dental whitening tray. There is some evidence that special mouth guards filled with 3% hydrogen peroxide gel can whiten teeth very well. Such a mouthguard can be purchased either independently or as directed by a dentist.
   • Mouth guards can be either already filled with peroxide gel or require self-filling. Know that aligners are made to fit most people's teeth, but there is no guarantee that they will be right for you.
   • To get more pronounced whitening results, you can order a custom mouthguard from your dentist and ask him to prescribe products with a higher concentration of hydrogen peroxide.
   • Leave the mouthguard on your teeth for the time indicated on the whitening gel package. In most cases, a gel tray should be used for 30 minutes twice a day for two weeks.
   • Stop using the mouthguard if your teeth become very sensitive, although sensitivity usually returns to normal immediately after treatment. Check with your dentist if you should continue or stop whitening completely.
   • Try to use only those products that are approved by the Russian Dental Association to reduce the risk of using unsafe products.
3. 3 Use teeth whitening strips. The use of whitening strips is similar to the use of trays, but the former are more flexible and are already saturated with a solution of hydrogen peroxide. Teeth whitening strips can be used when a multipurpose whitening product is required that does not affect the gums, which can be very sensitive to hydrogen peroxide.
   • Know that teeth whitening strips are just as safe as trays and offer better whitening performance than regular brushing.
   • Consider using whitening strips if you experience gum sensitivity while using the mouthguard. In this case, apply the strips to the teeth below the gum line.
   • Purchase whitening strips based on how badly you want to whiten your teeth and how sensitive you are to peroxide.There are different types of stripes offering different types of action; for example, faster and deeper whitening, as well as special strips for sensitive teeth.
   • Follow the instructions that came with the product and discontinue use immediately if you experience severe tooth sensitivity.
   • Try to use only those products that are approved by the Russian Dental Association to reduce the risk of using unsafe products.
4. 4 Use a teeth whitening gel. Some manufacturers offer hydrogen peroxide whitening products that should be applied to your teeth with a toothbrush or brush. They can be produced in various forms, for example, in the form of a felt-tip pen or in the form of a bottle with a solution and a brush.
   • Compare the different types of products and choose the one that works best for you. For example, you may find it more convenient to use a felt-tip applicator rather than a toothbrush or brush.
   • Use this remedy before bed for two weeks.
   • Follow the instructions that came with the product and discontinue use if your teeth and / or gums become very sensitive.
5. 5 Consider professional teeth whitening. Dentists can offer you a professional teeth whitening procedure with hydrogen peroxide combined with laser light. Consider this procedure if you have really yellow teeth or if you would like to undergo peroxide whitening under the supervision of a dentist.
   • Be aware that dentists use a 25-40% hydrogen peroxide solution, which is not sold openly.
   • Consider this procedure if you have sensitive gums. The dentist will protect your teeth with a rubber pad or special gel before proceeding directly with teeth whitening.
   • Ask your dentist if this is the only viable option for you. It can be quite expensive.

Method 2 of 2: Using Natural Teeth Whiteners with Hydrogen Peroxide

1. 1 Learn about the risks of using hydrogen peroxide. There are different views on teeth whitening with hydrogen peroxide home remedies. The use of untested peroxide formulations can cause sensitivity in the teeth and mouth, as well as have a negative effect on the condition of the gums.
   • Check with your dentist before whitening your teeth with hydrogen peroxide or any other homemade product that contains it.
   • While natural homemade remedies can be significantly cheaper than ready-made ones, they can cause damage to your teeth that will be much more expensive to fix.
   • Homemade solutions usually work only on superficial stains and may not be as effective as pre-made peroxide whitening products.
   • Be sure to use the lowest concentration of peroxide to keep your gums and mouth as safe as possible.
2. 2 Rinse your mouth with hydrogen peroxide solution. There is some evidence that hydrogen peroxide aqueous solution can be safely used for long periods of time. At the same time, it will allow you to whiten your teeth and protect them from the appearance of new stains. Rinse your mouth with this solution daily to achieve whitening and get rid of bacteria.
   • Use peroxide at a concentration of 2-3.5%, which can be purchased at a pharmacy. Higher concentrations of peroxide can be harmful to your mouth.
   • To prepare the rinse solution, take distilled water and peroxide in a one-to-one ratio.
   • Rinse your mouth with the solution for about 30-60 seconds.
   • Spit out the solution after rinsing. Also, the solution must be spit out in the event that it starts to burn the oral cavity from it. Finish off by rinsing your mouth with plain water.
   • Do not swallow the peroxide solution, it is unsafe for your health.
   • Consider purchasing a ready-made hydrogen peroxide mouthwash.
3. 3 Make a paste with baking soda and hydrogen peroxide. Applying a paste of baking soda and peroxide can whiten teeth and soothe irritated gums. Brush your teeth with this paste daily, or use it a couple of times a week as a "mask" for your teeth.
   • Make sure to use 2-3.5% hydrogen peroxide.
   • To make a paste, add a couple of teaspoons of baking soda to a bowl. Add a little hydrogen peroxide to the baking soda and mix the composition. If the paste is too thick, add more peroxide.
   • Brush your teeth with the given formulations with small circular motions of the toothbrush for two minutes. To cleanse the gums, you can apply the paste to the gums using your fingertips.
   • You can brush your teeth with this paste for a couple of minutes, or for the best effect, leave it on your teeth for a while.
   • At the end of the procedure, rinse your mouth with tap water.
   • Be sure to rinse the paste completely.
4. 4 Try to prevent staining of your teeth whenever possible. In addition to using natural teeth whitening products, avoid anything that can stain your teeth. Rinsing and brushing your teeth immediately after consuming these foods can also reduce the chance of staining your teeth. Foods that stain and stain your teeth include:
   • coffee, tea, red wine;
   • white wine and colorless carbonated drinks, which make teeth more prone to staining;
   • berries such as blueberries, blackberries, strawberries and raspberries.

Tips

• If you have sores and injuries in your mouth, then when using hydrogen peroxide in these places, you may experience a burning sensation. The wounds may temporarily turn white. This is completely normal.

Warnings

• Be careful not to ingest the peroxide while whitening your teeth. If this happens, seek medical attention immediately.

What do you need

• Hydrogen peroxide
• Baking soda
• Toothbrush

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