18 Apr Can Mouthwash Actually Whiten Teeth?

Looking for ways to get whiter teeth at home? You’re not the only one! The market for at-home whitening solutions is booming as people are looking for an easy and convenient way to improve the color of their teeth and even remove stains.

From whitening strips to toothpaste, powders, and even mouthwash solutions, you can have your pick of at-home whitening products. But the question begs: do they actually work? Especially for products like mouthwashes, which don’t stay in your mouth for very long?

Keep reading to find out the answer!

Some Types of Mouthwashes Can Whiten Your Teeth

Mouthwashes containing hydrogen peroxide can help brighten your teeth if you use them consistently. Hydrogen peroxide is a popular whitening solution used in many products, and studies have shown that mouthwashes that contain it can whiten teeth. 

However, if you’re looking for immediate effects, mouthwash and even other at-home solutions won’t rise up to expectations. The reason is rather simple: most products designed for at-home use contain a much lower concentration of hydrogen peroxide than the treatments you can get at your dentist’s office, while some products use other whitening agents altogether.

With mouthwash, your teeth are only exposed to the low concentration of hydrogen peroxide for a short window, so the effects will take some time to become noticeable. 

How Can You Whiten Your Teeth Faster?

The best way to whiten your teeth safely and fast is at the dentist’s office. And there are actually different ways to do it:

• Professional cleaning – Yes, even just a professional teeth cleaning can make your teeth appear whiter as the process can remove tooth stains that won’t go away just through brushing. Not to mention, professional dental cleaning is a great way to reduce your risk of cavities, plaque, and other dental health issues!
• At-home kits – If you can’t fit in more appointments to whiten your teeth, you can purchase at-home kits straight from the dentist’s office. These are a bit more gentle and can take about 2-3 weeks until you get to your desired color.
• In-office sessions – By far the solution that will give you the best results fast! Just one appointment can be enough to whiten your teeth 5 shades or more, so if you have a special occasion coming up and want immediate results, in-office treatments are the best way to get them.

What to Whiten Your Smile? Smile Society General Dentistry Is Here for You!

Dr. Munira Sulaiman and Dr. Mandeep Singh are here to help you take care of your oral health and make sure your smile is everything you want it to be. Turn to us no matter if you need preventative, reconstructive, or even cosmetic dental service!

To get started, please book a consultation at Smile Society General Dentistry online, or call us at (609) 779-2054 today to find out more.