Does charcoal actually whiten teeth?+
Charcoal products do not work like peroxide-based gel, which lightens colour within tooth structure. Tell the dentist if you have been using them, and ask whether they are a good idea for your enamel and gums.
What about baking soda or strawberries?+
Those are not part of dentist-directed whitening. At most, a home remedy would be working at the surface, and it cannot address colour within the tooth. Your examination can show what is behind your own shade.
I have been scrubbing my teeth with a home paste. Should I be worried?+
Mention it, along with any sensitivity or gum soreness you have had. The dentist can check your teeth and gums, then advise you on what would be sensible to do from here.
Can lemon or vinegar help remove stains?+
Those are not treatments we recommend or use. If you have tried acidic remedies and your teeth feel sensitive, let the clinic know, so your mouth can be properly assessed.
Do oil rinses or coconut pulling lighten colour?+
They are not the same as peroxide-based whitening, so do not count on them for a change in tooth colour. Plaque removal through your regular dental care is a separate matter you can ask about.
Can I still whiten if I already used a lot of home remedies?+
Quite possibly, but that needs an assessment. Your teeth and gums are examined first, and any tenderness or other concerns are taken into account when a dentist considers whitening.
Are home remedies why my gums feel sore?+
They might be, though sore gums can also come from other causes. Stop the product, and arrange to have the area looked at. Call rather than using the form if it is severe.
Where can Park View residents take their remedy questions?+
Phone Winnipeg North Dental at (204) 338-3003 or send this page’s form. Any appointment that follows would be held at Unit 5, 2358 McPhillips Street, Winnipeg, MB R2V 4J6.