When we hear Brazil, we think of the carnival; same way when we hear teeth whitening, we think of an appointment with a dentist, a nice long bill or teeth whitening products. For all you people out there who have avoided a dentist’s appointment for teeth whitening, the following simple at home teeth whitening method will come as a fresh lease of life (aka smile).

As you would already have toothpaste and a toothbrush, you would require a bleaching gel and a mouthpiece (tray) for gel which can be bought from local drug stores.

Procedure

  • Adjust the mouthpieces near your bottom and upper teeth; take a small drop of bleaching gel and place it on your teeth.
  • Different teeth whitening products or kits provide different application time (gel), so allow the gel to stick to your teeth as per the timeframe mentioned on the kit.
  • Push the set of mouthpieces to fit against the jaw and roof of your mouth. Ensure these are fitted correctly by comparing the position with the picture instructions on the kit.
  • As per the time mentioned on the teeth whitening kit, remove both the mouthpieces.
  • Now you can brush your teeth with your normal toothpaste. Brushing even with water is fine.
  • If needed, rinse your mouth with a mouthwash (or plain water) to clean any leftovers (bleaching material can cause a slight odor) of the remedy.
  • Check for issues like oversensitivity and even over-whitening.
  • Brush your teeth twice daily with your normal toothpaste.

In addition, whenever you visit your dentist, ask him to prescribe a teeth whitening toothpaste for you.

Lastly, do not ingest the gel. Use this at home teeth whitening method as prescribed by the whitening kit. Results and comfort also depend on how well your teeth adjust to the bleach.