Whitening gums do not produce the whitening effects we typically think of with teeth whitening, and they won’t really make your teeth whiter. However, they...
The pH of At-Home Tooth Whitening Strips and Whitening Pens
Whitening strips and whitening pens are an extremely convenient, popular way to whiten your teeth at home, and they are also often used for touch ups to help maintain a...
The pH of Tray Whitening Gels
We discussed last week that more acidic tooth whitening gels produce increased tooth sensitivity and are a little more harsh on your teeth in general. This concept is...
The pH of In-Office Tooth Whitening Products
Because most in-office tooth bleaching products are prepared freshly for each patient they need less acids to preserve their shelf life, and therefore can be much...
The Top 3 Ways to Whiten Teeth Sustainably
There are numerous methods of whitening your teeth on the market, but naturally, your goal should be to whiten your teeth in a sustainable fashion, as we have discussed...
Why Whitening Toothpastes are Unhealthy for Your Teeth
The Big Problems with Whitening Toothpastes
Heavy Abrasives – Whitening toothpastes rely on heavy abrasives to strip off stains. These abrasives also repeatedly...
The Difference Between Carbamide & Hydrogen Peroxide Bleaching Gels
All bleaching products must contain some form of oxidizing agent if they are at all to whiten teeth by splitting up large chromophore molecules into smaller less colored...
What is Sustainable Tooth Whitening?
Sadly it’s another week without video while I am getting a new cord for my video camera, but today we are introducing the topic of sustainable tooth whitening to all our...
DIY Antiseptic Mouthwash for Better Gum Health
Previously we have discussed pH re-balancing mouthwashes and the importance of selecting a mouthwash that is pH balanced, today we are going to cover a do-it-yourself...
How to Soothe Sensitive Teeth After Whitening
What Causes Tooth Sensitivity After Whitening?
Sensitive teeth after bleaching happen for two reasons:
Bleaching molecules penetrate into your teeth increasing blood...
What is the Best Toothpaste for Sensitive Teeth?
Desensitizing Toothpaste Tips
Don’t rinse after brushing for at least 30 minutes. These toothpastes need time to work like they should. By spitting thoroughly...
3 Tricks with Tooth Brushing & Mouthwashes to Help Sensitive Teeth
Oral Hygiene Tricks for Sensitive Teeth
Engage in Low-Abrasive Toothbrushing. Excessive toothbrush abrasion of exposed dentin will strip these areas of the protective...











