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Will mixing one teaspoon of hydrogen peroxide and baking soda, with a bit of toothpaste and water whiten my teeth? if so, how often can i do it?

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Yes: Hydrogen peroxide is the active ingredient to whiten teeth, diluting it with water will decrease potency and results. Too frequent use of peroxide can cause pre-cancerous changes in the gum tissue, especially if there is also use of alcohol or tobacco or a family history of oral cancer. If you limit frequency to a couple of times per week, there is little risk of problems - daily is too frequent

Answered 3/4/2015

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Perhaps but...: That technique might be helpful in some small way to remove surface stains and is even less effective to internally whiten teeth. Start with a visit to your dentist who can examine you, professionally clean your teeth and if necessary discuss the many more effective ways of achieving whiter teeth and a nicer smile.

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

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Teeth whitening: Yes, you can mix H2O2 with baking soda and tooth paste. Do it twice a week until you have reached the results you want. However, they are not so effective and/or stable. A professional home whitening system with custom trays for the long term effect is the best. You will be very happy with the results.

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DDS whitening-best: My best suggestion would be to have professional whitening done by your dentist. It is the concentration of the peroxide in the gel form that gets teeth whiter. Over the counter bleaching does not contain the same percentage of peroxide. If you are going to invest the time and money, do it correctly.

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H2O2: Bleaching teeth requires the teeth to be 'bathed' in the bleaching agent, whether it is an adherent strip or a tray that gel is dispensed into, it takes time for the bleaching agent to penetrate the enamel and into the dentin, break down and release hydrogen peroxide into the tooth structure. It can also take several months to achieve a significant result. See your dentist and do it correctly.

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Not Really: It may remove some surface staining, but it will not really whiten your teeth. It it were that easy, there would be no need for whitening gels and professionally applied products, right? Excessive use of peroxide and baking soda can damage your gums and enamel. Have it done professionally.

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