February 3rd, 2010 by WhiterSmile
Bad breath, or halitosis as many professionals call it, is caused by a number of different things such as foods we eat, not cleaning our teeth well and even bacteria. There are ways to eliminate this offensive odor though and following a few recommendations can make all the difference in the world. Many of the problems we have with bad breath are of our own doing however there are some reasons for bad breath that are actually beyond our control such as medical problems, sinus problems and stomach problems. You may want to check out some of the cures listed here for bad breath and halitosis.
First it is important to understand how bad breath or halitosis develops. Many times it is caused by foods that we eat such as garlic and onions. Although they are delicious to eat they break down into components of molecules. Some of these present very unpleasant odors. These molecules are absorbed into our circulatory system allowing them to be distributed to the rest of our body as nourishment. When they travel through our lungs, some of them are released into our lungs and as a result of our natural breathing process the molecules we inhale and exhale contain some of these offensive smelling molecules. You can’t treat the lungs but you can treat the problem with the lungs by not eating these foods.
Other reasons for bad breath are dry mouth, gum disease, smoking, medical conditions, dental conditions and oral bacteria. We all have oral bacteria in our mouths that is necessary to help begin breaking down some of the foods we eat. Many of the bacteria our mouths contain are good bacteria while some can be bad. The bad bacteria is a result of an imbalance of the probiotics and the good bacteria. For this reason many probiotics are sold over-the-counter to help trigger the good bacteria in our bodies to increase.
There are a number of good probiotics kits available for bad breath. One of the better known kits is the Aktiv-K12 ProBiotics Kit. It contains everything you may need to eliminate bad breath including mouth rinse, tongue scraper, gum, toothpaste, breath fresheners, probiotics powder and oxygen serum. Another good treatment for halitosis is the BreathRx system. This is not a system that adds beneficial bacteria to your mouth but instead works to eliminate the bad bacteria in your mouth. It uses neutralizers to help neutralize bad breath instead of masking the odors of halitosis.
Unbeknownst to many people you can even get bad breath due to tonsil problems. One such problem is called tonsilloliths. This is what forms when mucus and bacteria get trapped in the crevasses of the tonsils that looks like pieces of “oatmeal”. They can be found in the tonsil crevasses, on the throat or on the roof of the mouth. TheraBreath has a system that helps prevent odor that is caused by tonsilloliths. It contains a nasal spray, breath spray, oxygenating tablets and a sinus spray that is designed to eliminate the tonsil stones or tonsilloliths thereby preventing bad breath.
February 3rd, 2010 by WhiterSmile
The number one morning drink in the country is coffee. Many people who drink it worry about the effects that coffee has on white teeth. There is only a couple of dangers to drinking coffee including the caffeine that it contains and the staining that occurs from drinking it. Because it is an acidic drink the more you drink the more acidic the mouth becomes. When this happens calcium and phosphate are pulled directly away from the enamel which causes the teeth to become weak in structure.
Although your mouth can repair the damage of calcium and phosphate being removed from your teeth, it requires some work and time. The mouth must have more alkaline in order to start rebuilding the enamel through your saliva. This process become extremely difficult when you consider how much soda and coffee the average person ingests. The more acidic the drink, the more alkaline your mouth needs to create the saliva that is needed to repair it. This can also create a more serious problem called acid reflux. Many times the esophagus becomes irritated from the acidic fluids causing it to develop lesions. It takes serious medical attention to correct this condition; all from drinking coffee. This condition can be serious if not cared for and can sometimes feel as though you are having a heart attack.
Caffeine is also found in coffee which interferes with the production of saliva. This causes a dry mouth which can cause tooth decay. There is hope for those who are addicted to caffeine though. It has been proven that drinking a glass of water along with your coffee greatly reduces the risk of tooth decay. The water replenishes the fluid that is drawn out of the mouth by the caffeine. Caffeine is also the problem with stained teeth. This is because the entire mouth is immersed in the hot liquids and causes staining primarily on the top and bottom front teeth. You can reduce staining by drinking iced coffee or tea and sipping it through a straw. This way the liquid bypasses the front teeth staining only the back of the front teeth and the molars.
Many people drink coffee all day never rinsing with water or brushing until the end of the day, by which time, the damage is already occurring. If you must drink it throughout the day, rinse your mouth between cups. You could also spend less time drinking coffee by substituting a glass of water for a cup of coffee. Water is good at making you feel full while coffee does nothing for an empty stomach other than creating acid in the stomach which can cause acid reflux. There is a of damage that can be done by drinking too much coffee. Staining of the teeth can be lessened by using a whitening toothpaste at least twice a day while other damage may take more care than this. Specialised toothpastes can sometimes repair some of the enamel damage and it can also help prevent tooth decay.
February 3rd, 2010 by WhiterSmile
Almost all teeth whiteners use some form of peroxide to help promote a bleaching process. It is not at all surprising to pull an over-the-counter whitening toothpaste or tooth whitener off of a grocery store shelf and find peroxide in the ingredients. This is used due to its anesthetic qualities as well as it bleaching abilities. There are different forms of peroxide that are available but the most commonly used peroxide in cosmetic dentistry is Carbamide peroxide or urea peroxide.
Carbamide peroxide is an oxidizing agent that contains both hydrogen peroxide and urea. Many dentists use this with lasers to promote bleaching of your teeth. The hydrogen peroxide oxidizes stains on the tooth enamel. Many people use hydrogen peroxide to help whiten their teeth for several reasons:
- It promotes a healthier mouth
- No harmful acids or abrasives
- Ease in use
- Inexpensive
Hydrogen peroxide is used in a number of mouth and teeth rinses and pastes. In fact before many of the teethe whitening concoctions were developed, people used hydrogen peroxide and baking soda to brush their teeth. Both are excellent whiteners and a little table salt adds an extra exfoliant to the process. However since manufacturers have been producing teeth whiteners, there have been some rather remarkable results that have been obtained from using hydrogen peroxide as a whitener.
One particularly impressive tooth whitener that uses Carbamide peroxide is called Nite White ACP. This is a tooth desensitizer that uses a patented Amorphous Calcium Phosphate chemistry to bond with your tooth’s surface to fill any microscopic defect. This makes your teeth smoother and gives them luster. In addition to filling the microscopic defects in your teeth that make them so sensitive, most users have less fading of the white after six months of use of Nite White ACP. It comes in a three syringe pack that is good for 9-12 dual arch whitening sessions. It is used in an arch tray system and it is mixed by the syringe as it is placed in the trays.
Day White ACP is used just like the Nite White ACP but is designed to be used for less time. Where the Nite White ACP is only a 16% or 22% solution used for either 1 hour a day or overnight depending on which product, the Day White ACP is a 38% solution that is used for a period of only 15 minutes. It also comes in a three syringe pack that is enough for twelve dual arch trays and mixed by the syringe. These two whiteners are great for sensitive teeth because it helps fill in the small defects that make teeth sensitive while it whitens.
There are a large number of whiteners to choose from and many people must play a trial and error game before they find the whitener that works for their teeth. Since most people have different shades of white naturally on their teeth, it may take several uses before any difference is noticed. One should not judge a whitener by the effects of one application. You should use it a few times before switching to another whitener.
February 3rd, 2010 by WhiterSmile
Are your teeth the color of cauliflower? Has your coffee stained them beyond recognition? Chances are if you said yes to either of these questions, your teeth needs a revamping to help improve not only your self confidence but your smile as well. Your smile is one of the first things a person notices when they first meet you. If your teeth are darkened and stained you appear as though you are not a happy person.
We take pride in the car we drive, the clothes we wear and the home we live in so why not take pride in your teeth? Darkened, dull teeth are not only unsightly they can be down right frightening in some cases. People who have darkened teeth tend to not smile as often as others making some think they are unfriendly or always irritated about something. It can be an embarrassing situation to meet someone for the first time when your teeth are not their whitest. You can try over-the-counter whiteners but chances are they are only going to whiten your teeth two or three shades and leave them darker than they would be if you had visited your dentist for a laser whitening.
Dentist whitening can be expensive and leave your teeth sensitive to hot and cold foods and liquids not to mention sensitive to cold air. This makes you miserable from the intense pain that can be caused by the sensitivity. You want your smile to be bright while retaining as much of the normal enamel that you were born with. It isn’t considered a luxury any longer to whiten your teeth; in fact some companies will pay to have their sales representatives teeth whitened. This is due to the position they hold; working with the public as an agent of the company. If your teeth are darkened and stained, you are less likely to make the sale.
There are some products on the market that don’t cost an arm and a leg that will whiten your teeth as if you visited your dentist. The Whiter Smile whitening products are an excellent choice in whiteners. There are six different kits of Whiter Smile products ranging from 22% Carbamide peroxide to very strong 35% and 44% that can whiten your teeth with regular use. The Whiter Smile’s kits are design for the individual who wants results quickly at the least expense. It comes with an average of 40 applications of 22% Carbamide Peroxide Gel for tough stains, remineralizing gel that helps replenish the enamel of your teeth and three thermoshrink guards that when placed in hot water, moulds around your teeth and then hardens.
There are more of the Whiter Smile products available including a starter kit, advanced kit, deluxe kit, couples kit for the couple who does everything together, a 35% kit and a 44% kit. Each kit comes with enough whitening gel to complete your treatment plus have some extra for touch ups later. The starter kit is designed for those who are not sure this is the whitening kit for them and only contains a 1 week supply.
February 3rd, 2010 by WhiterSmile
Some people pay good money to have their teeth whitened. For this reason they don’t want to allow them to darken again so they do anything possible to maintain their white teeth. There are a lot of natural methods of cleaning and keeping your teeth white include drinking plenty of water, flossing after every meal, rinsing your mouth after every meal, eating plenty of apples and using peroxide to brush your teeth with.
One of the best ways to maintain your white teeth is to brush your teeth with a mixture of hydrogen peroxide and baking soda. You literally make a thin paste of these and brush your teeth with it. This is a non-abrasive cleanser and the peroxide activates the whiteners in the baking soda to keep your teeth their whitest. You can do this two or three times a week to help remove any light staining that may have occurred from non-whitening toothpastes. Whitening toothpastes can be used by these can remove the protective enamel that your teeth have making them sensitive.
If using a mouth rinse, you should not use ones with coloring in them. Although they are not supposed to stain, any type of coloring can stain your teeth. It can become trapped in the microscopic defects that comes with age and leave them stained after only a short time. An antiseptic mouth rinse is the best rinse to use betweens whitenings. Whenever possible you should floss after every meal and rinse your mouth. Many of the foods we eat can become trapped between teeth which can stain our teeth and cause decay. By removing these trapped particles, you are preventing them from damaging your teeth, thereby preventing darkening of your teeth.
Try to refrain from drinking dark liquids. Many liquids such as colas, caffeinated drinks and juices contain acids that can eat the enamel off of your teeth. Once the enamel is gone, it is easier for your teeth to become stained. Most of these also contain food colorings that are not natural which further promotes staining. Drinking water is the best liquids to consume. Green tea has a lot of antioxidants in it and is good for not only your teeth but your complexion as well. It is virtually non-staining due to its light, natural color so there is not worry about staining teeth.
Because we take pride in our appearance, many of us will pay to have our teeth whitened. Between whitenings we must prevent any staining from occurring which means watching what we eat, drink and how we care for our teeth. If you can minimize the staining that occurs on your teeth, you won’t have to have them whitened as often and your pocket will be much happier. There are many ways to prevent the darkening of your teeth and it is up to you to find the best method for your needs. Some habits may need to be adjusted as well as some others started but in general, your teeth will be with you a lifetime, you should learn to take care of them early.
February 3rd, 2010 by WhiterSmile
Many people worry about their sensitive teeth when it comes to whitening them. They worry that the process will remove enamel making their already sensitive teeth hurt even more. There is a way to help ease the sensitivity of your teeth if you have been putting off whitening your teeth because of it. It is called the process of remineralizing your teeth. This is actually recommended for anyone who has sensitive teeth but a real necessity for those who actually go through a bleaching process.
You should first of all know that all bleaching gels cause some degree of sensitivity. Some people have come to expect the discomfort that comes with whitening their teeth and are have even resolved their self to deal with it due to the benefits of the whitening process. Some dentists will recommend treatments for sensitivity or a remineralization of the teeth. This is the process of restoring the minerals that our teeth contain after bleaching has taken place. You can manage this in several different ways such as toothpastes, pre-filled trays and gels.
The process by which our teeth become remineralized is this:
- Foods that we eat deposit minerals in our system which in turn is present in our saliva. By not eating a proper diet or not chewing our food sufficiently we may end up with mineral poor saliva.
- Carbonic acid is needed for strong teeth. There is only a miniscule fraction of the carbon dioxide that we breathe that is converted into carbonic acid.
- This carbonic acid molecule has to be produced in close proximity to a mineral molecule that is then dissolved into the carbonic acid molecule.
- This all has to happen in close proximity to a demineralized spot in the latticework of the tooth that requires the mineral.
- This spot on the tooth has to be clean so that it is accessible by the mineral.
- The carbonic acid must finally convert to carbon dioxide and water where a mineral is precipitated out of the solution and into the structure of the enamel.
By using remineralization to help rebuild the enamel on your teeth, you can whiten your teeth without worrying about the sensitivity that occurs with whitening.
Toothpastes that help rebuild tooth enamel should be used throughout the whitening process. This is effective only if you are using bleach on your teeth. Most whitening toothpastes do not use bleach so there is no fear of demineralizing your teeth with whitening pastes. Pre-filled trays that are used for remineralizing your teeth should be used either before or after the whitening and in some instances both before and after depending on the extent of the sensitivity. Gels can be used with the same custom trays that are used for whitening teeth. They are usually used for a period of 30 minutes before or after whitening or both. It is highly advisable to begin remineralizing your teeth if you are bleaching your teeth to help desensitize your teeth.
February 3rd, 2010 by WhiterSmile
Before you decide on a teeth whitener for yourself, you should consider a few things. You should determine whether your teeth are sensitive, whether there is any gum disease present, if your teeth are healthy enough and how you want to whiten them. The results of your answers will enable you to choose the right teeth whitening treatments for you. Some people choose to pay their dentist for whitening treatments while others prefer to whiten them at home due to the convenience as well as the cost. Dentist whitening can cost in excess of $600 dollars and must be repeated periodically to keep them their whitest. Home whitening treatments are more expensive than toothpastes but can be used daily which prevents darkening from occurring.
There are a lot of people who have sensivities to hot and cold foods as well as cold air. This can be painful. If you use a professional grade whitener on sensitive teeth, it can cause even more damage by irritating the gum line around the teeth. There are a few whitening treatments that include a remineralizing product that actually fills in the tiny, microscopic crevasses and pits that occur from normal eating. This helps to desensitize the teeth making eating hot and cold foods easier.
Before beginning any whitening treatments it is recommended that you visit your dentist to make sure there is no gum disease present. Gum disease can sometime allow the teeth to loosen and become abscessed. Using whitening products with gum disease can cause serious problems. The gums can become irritated making the abscess worse and spreading the infection through your body. This would require medical attention in order to correct the problem.
One of the most important things you should discuss with your dentist is whether your teeth are healthy enough to begin whitening treatments. If there are any small decays that may be present between teeth it can cause excruciating pain and possible infection. There are a number of gum diseases that can go undetected by someone who is not familiar with dental diseases. If your dentist determines that your teeth are healthy enough to begin whitening treatments and that there is no gum disease you should determine which method of treatments you would like to try.
Whitening treatments come in a number of different types such as all tray whiteners, plasma lights, strips and pens as well as toothpastes and mouth rinses. The type you choose will determine the cost of your treatments and possible even the effects of the whiteners on your teeth. Some of these whiteners takes longer before you actually see their effects while others are more visible in a short period of time. The ones that take a short period of time have a higher percentage of peroxide in them; this can range between 12% and 44%. Of course 44% is a professional grade of whitener while the lesser is an over-the-counter grade. The strength of your whitening treatments will be determined by the color of your natural teeth.
February 3rd, 2010 by WhiterSmile
One of the first things someone notices about you when they meet you is your smile. They notice if your teeth are straight, white and clean before they notice your eyes or your clothes. For this reason many people are insistent on keeping their teeth their whitest. In some cases this mean visiting your dentist and letting them bleach your teeth. This can be an expensive process as well as timely. There are whitening kits that are available that you can use in the privacy of your home in your spare time or while you are watching television.
One of the most popular whitening toothpastes is Supersmile Toothpaste. This whitening toothpaste offers you the convenience of whitening your teeth in your home while providing you with the whitest smile available. Reviews state that this is one of the best toothpastes for sensitive teeth and gums. Many other whitening pastes burn and irritate the mouth but Supersmile is a non-abrasive toothpaste that won’t irritate or burn your mouth. Most whitening toothpastes use baking soda, peroxide, or sodium tripolyphoshpate to help whiten your teeth.
When you whiten your teeth, you not only want to remove the stains but you also want to lighten the natural color of your teeth. Because bone is not white, it only makes sense that in order to have a truly white smile you must use bleach along with whitening toothpaste. The bleach lightens the color of the natural teeth while the whitening toothpaste removes stains and cleans your teeth. Supersmile has an accelerator system that not only whitens your teeth but is easy on the gums as well.
As one of the most popular whitening toothpastes around, Supersmile toothpaste and accelerator system is perfect for veneers, bonded teeth, braces and dentures because it is gentle while being effective. Many claim that they notice a difference after the first use which is generally not the case with other whitening toothpastes. People who have used Supersmile after using other whiteners report that this is one toothpaste that actually works. It is a little more expensive than other brands but the cost is worth it to prevent yellowing of your teeth as well as burn and irritation of the mouth.
Dentists use lasers to whiten your teeth which are expensive. You pay not only for an office visit but the use of the laser as well as the bleach that they paste onto your teeth. This sometimes makes your teeth sensitive to cold and hot foods. Whitening trays can be messy and also may leave your teeth sensitive. Toothpaste is one of the best ways to whiten your teeth because you are not only cleaning them but you are using some of the most natural ingredients to whiten them. Most of these pastes use baking soda to help whiten your teeth while others will use peroxide. Both are excellent whiteners and cost less than returning to your dentist every three or four months to have them whiten your teeth for you.
February 1st, 2010 by WhiterSmile
When considering whitening your teeth you must consider all possibilities and weigh each method of whitening honestly before making your choice. There are both advantages and disadvantages to home whitening and dentist whitening and it is up to you to choose the one that best suits your needs.
Some of the advantages to whitening your teeth at home are:
- Convenient
- Less time consuming
- Cheaper
- Puts you in control of your oral health
- Sets good example for children
These all sound like nonsense advantages but to many people they are a primary concern when deciding whether to whiten at home of the dentists. It is convenient because you can do it while you are performing other tasks. A dentist whitening usually takes on average 90 minutes. Most home whitening systems can be done in 30 minutes or less or over night while you are sleeping. You will pay from $600 to $1000 for a dentist to whiten your teeth and it must be repeated periodically. Home whitening systems can cost as little as $50 making them much more economical than paying for a dentist to do it. While you are whitening your teeth at home, you are also taking control of your oral health and setting a good example for your children. Many children do not like to brush their teeth but if they see their parents not only brushing but whitening as well, it can encourage them to follow suit.
A dentist whitening takes a little more time than home whitening but you see instant results when a dentist does it. Home systems can take time before you see results because they work gradually and do not contain the amount of peroxide that is used in a dentist’s office. When you visit your dentist, they take control of your oral health and recommend solutions to dental problems that may be present that you are unaware of. Many people do not realize they have a gum disease which can be aggravated by home whitening products. Some dental problems may get worse with home whitening products so you should at least mention your intentions to your dentist.
If you want a professional looking whitening job that is done at home, you may consider using some of the Whiter Smile Exclusive products that are available. These products are a wide range of whitening products that give your professional results at home in just a few short days. They are appropriate for removing stains such as tobacco, coffee, tetracycline, aging food, coloring and genetic stains. They are designed to strengthen the enamel that your teeth naturally have, remineralized the teeth’s microscopic defects and help revitalize the enamel after the whitening process. Some of the products are gentle enough to use over night for whitening while you sleep. The Whiter Smile Exclusive products even include a whitening light for use with the whitening gels. It is said to increase the effectiveness of the whitening gel up to 300%.
February 1st, 2010 by WhiterSmile
When it comes to teeth, everyone want the whitest teeth they can possibly obtain. Sometimes this means visiting a dentist to get laser whitening while others would rather perform this task at home. There are a great number of different whitening products available and some simple natural ways to whiten your teeth that we will examine.
Some of the whitening products that are available for home use are:
From all of these choices the most popular products are whitening strips, pre-filled trays, toothpastes and mouth rinses.
Although each of these methods provide basically the same results although some are actually better than others. No two people’s results will be the same and most neglect to consider this fact. These methods are designed to whiten your teeth gradually which means it may be a week or longer before you notice the effects and some will see results sooner. This is due to the difference in each person’s genetics. Some people simply have less white teeth than others meaning they naturally have a darker color to their teeth. For these people these types of whiteners do not offer the same results as they do for those who have naturally whiter teeth.
Many of the tray systems such as the boil and bite trays, pre-filled trays and tray systems offer some hope for those who have naturally darker teeth. Some of the tray systems also provide a remineralization for the teeth that helps fill in microscopic defects in the teeth. These defects can capture tiny particles of food and bacteria that can make teeth darker as well. Some provide a desensitizing agent that prevents your teeth from being too sensitive to hot and cold foods as well as cold air. A number of these are appropriate to be used over night to help whiten your teeth while you sleep.
Although these methods are available for purchase at most supermarkets as well as online, many people would rather use their own home method of whitening their teeth. Before manufacturers began making home whiteners and whitening toothpastes, people were forced to invent their own methods of whitening teeth. The best known home concoction is a thin mixture of baking soda and hydrogen peroxide to brush your teeth with. One way of flavoring this is to add a drop of cinnamon oil to the peroxide. You can of course use other flavorings that do not contain dyes. Brushing your teeth with this three or four times per week will help you whiten your teeth and keep them white in between dentist visits. Other natural ways of whitening teeth is by refraining from eating foods with dyes in them, acids and sugars. Apples are nature’s natural cleaner so by eating plenty of apples will help clean your teeth as well as whiten them. Good oral health is also important for white and healthy teeth.
