Our lifestyle and what we eat and drink sometimes ends up visible on our teeth in the form of stains. When you brush thoroughly and the stains don't go away, it's time to take it to another level: teeth bleaching. Start with using those...
Tooth discoloration can have many causes, including include age, taking tetracycline as a child, taking in excess fluoride, birth defects, smoking and eating certain foods, according to the toothpaste company Colgate. Discoloration caused by...
In today's society, a perfect smile with white teeth is prized. A 2004 survey conducted for the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry found that 99.7 percent of respondents feel that the smile is important socially and 74 percent believe a flawed...
Whitening your teeth is one way to brighten your smile, increase your confidence and help you look younger and more vibrant. You may have experienced some discoloration from smoking, drinking coffee or tea or antibiotic use. Most of the various...
Over-the-counter teeth whitening products don't work for everyone, says Matthew Messina, D.D.S., consumer adviser for the American Dental Association, in a "Good Housekeeping" article. For some consumers, whitening products might be sufficient,...
Looking younger seems to be a universal desire for just about everybody over age 30. The American Academy of Dermatology says the natural aging process typically begins in your mid-20s. As skin begins to produce less collagen, it loses its...
With over-the-counter tooth bleaching products now readily available, at-home tooth whitening is increasing in popularity. Tooth bleaching products contain peroxide, which lightens the natural color of the teeth and removes surface stains. When...
When you are smiling, the whole world smiles with you, if you have a great smile. If you don't, gathering information on teeth whitening would be useful. There are many things to consider when thinking about whitening your teeth. There are...
Almost everyone wants a brilliant white smile, often seen as a sign of beauty and good health. This may be one reason why tooth whitening treatments increased in popularity by more than 300 percent between 2000 and 2005, according to the American...
Traditionally, white teeth could only be obtained by visiting your dentist's office. As technology has improved, multiple products are now available, including various gels, pastes, trays and toothpastes, each of which allows you to bleach your...
