Stop Spoiling Your Hollywood Smile

It's easy to tarnish and damage that perfect Hollywood Smile Dubai, with all the wrong advice that you read on the internet, especially today about how to have whiter teeth. BE CAREFUL as most of this advice and DIY home remedies should be avoided as much as possible as it can  cause damage in the long run.

Here is a quick look at what NOT to do to with teeth whitening in Dubai,

Rinse the mouth with hydrogen peroxide daily - This is a DO NOT. While there could be some positive results, Hydrogen peroxide has been found to cause tissue hyperplasias, which are precancerous tissue changes, if used for more than 5 days.

Lemon juice - This is a natural bleach and whitener, and a wonderful all purpose stain-remover. However,  it should NEVER be used on the teeth as the high content of Vitamin C in the lemon juice will strip the teeth of calcium and damage it faster than anything else.

Avoid using all the types of acids - There are acids that are present in relatively harmless food like strawberry’s or other fruit. It is not known exactly how much acid is applied, so it's difficult to calculate a safe level. If these methods have to be used, then rinse the mouth thoroughly with water, then brush with a fluoride toothpaste for about 20 minutes, once the enamel has hardened.

Brushing with salt and baking soda - This is what is often recommended, there could be some whitening results, but the prolonged scrubbing of the teeth will wear down the enamel, causing greater problems than staining explains the dentist in Dubai. Those who opt for this option should limit its use to once every two weeks.

The dental clinic in Dubai presents some effective and safer methods to give those white teeth, that they dream about.

Reduce the consumption of coffee, tea, cola, red wine, tobacco or dark beverages and food.

Make sure to brush the teeth after each meal. This should be done with an electric toothbrush, if possible. Statistics show that electric toothbrushes remove 98.2 percent of plaque, which holds stains. Mouthwash with antibacterial action, dissolves plaque and also help to a certain extent in the prevention of stains. Be careful not to brush too hard as it will strip off the surface enamel, exposing the darker dentine, which is more vulnerable to staining.

Use chewing gum if brushing after every meal is not possible. Chewing gum has two beneficial actions. It helps to clean the teeth by removing debris, and it also stimulates the production of saliva. It's important to make sure a constant flow of saliva is present so it has the ability to neutralise acid and remineralise enamel, strengthening the teeth. Less damage to the enamel means fewer discolorations. For gum that contain Sorbitol, the therapeutic anti-bacterial action will prevent decay-causing bacteria from invading the mouth. Even chewing gum with sugar is beneficial as the sugar quickly dissolves making it effectively into a sugar-free gum after a while.

Rinse the mouth thoroughly with water after each meal, when brushing or chewing gum is not possible. This is especially important if food and drink that stain the teeth are consumed. Water will wash away food particles and dilute the damage.

Eat more crunchy fruits and vegetables like, apples, carrots, celery, radishes, and peppers. The teeth will benefit from the gentle rubbing action that helps to keep them clean, without causing damage.

Using tooth bleaching to whiten the enamel of the teeth is also a possibility. The dental clinic in Dubai as well as some of the tooth whitening kits in the market uses a form of hydrogen peroxide. This is far safer than rinsing the mouth at home. The hydrogen peroxide in the whitening kits is buffered and there are devices in the kits, such as trays and strips, which minimize the tissue exposure to the peroxide.

Dental veneers are a possibility for those who have serious stains. Veneers are made of porcelain that is attached to the surface of the natural tooth with a type of durable cement. Veneers are custom-made to the shape and color of the teeth. The application is painless and the veneer should last at least 7-10 years.

There are many ways to help a smile look refreshed and whiter, than normal. However, make sure that the best is done to enhance the smile than harm.