Is hydrogen peroxide and baking soda safe for teeth?

Studies have shown that baking soda and peroxide together can kill some of the bugs that cause gum disease, reduce plaque and reduce gum inflammation. Did you know that it can also whiten teeth? Stir mixture into paste-like consistency.

Why you shouldn’t use hydrogen peroxide on teeth?

When used in excess, hydrogen peroxide can actually worsen your oral health by causing tooth sensitivity, gum irritation, soft tissue damage on the tongue and throat, and aging your smile. A common result of “over bleaching” with peroxide is a blue cast to the teeth.

Should you brush your teeth with hydrogen peroxide?

When used carefully, it can be an effective way to whiten your teeth. But if used incorrectly — in concentrations that are too high or if used too often — it can cause serious and sometimes expensive tooth damage. If you choose to whiten your teeth with hydrogen peroxide, do so cautiously.

How often can I use hydrogen peroxide on my teeth?

Use a very strong hydrogen peroxide solution. Leave the hydrogen peroxide in contact with your teeth for a long time (more than a minute when cleaning or two minutes when brushing like a paste). Apply hydrogen peroxide to your teeth very often (more than once a day).

How do bananas whiten your teeth?

No, banana peels can’t whiten your teeth. Proponents of banana peel whitening say that the high levels of potassium and magnesium are “absorbed into your teeth” if you rub a small piece of banana peel against your teeth for a few minutes per day. However, there is absolutely no evidence that this works.

What happens when you mix baking soda with hydrogen peroxide?

When you mix baking soda and hydrogen peroxide, a chemical reaction occurs. The peroxide (made up of oxygen and water) bleaches the teeth and eliminates bacteria. The baking soda, being mildly abrasive, breaks down plaque and stains and also contains anti-microbial qualities to clean the teeth and neutralize bacteria in the mouth.

Is it safe to mix hydrogen peroxide and baking soda?

Pour 1/4 tsp. of hydrogen peroxide into a mixing bowl. Slowly add 1 tsp. of baking soda to the hydrogen peroxide. If you’re making toothpaste, the mixture should be a paste-like consistency. Continue stirring the baking soda and peroxide until mixed thoroughly.

Is rinsing with hydrogen peroxide safe?

Swish with a hydrogen peroxide mouthwash. There is some evidence that rinsing with a hydrogen peroxide and water mouthwash can be safe when used over a longer period of time. It may also whiten your teeth and help prevent stains. Swish a mixture in your mouth daily to help whiten your teeth and ward off bacteria.

Can hydrogen peroxide damage your gums?

You should never rinse with hydrogen peroxide to whiten your teeth! This will not only not whiten your teeth, but you can do significant damage to your gums and lining of your mouth. You can also disrupt the normal flora of bacteria in your mouth. If you want to whiten please see your dentist for options. The short answer – NO!