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In the oral health care market of today, home teeth whitening products have become a major industry. Whitening chewing gum by itself is reckoned to pull in a staggering 17 million dollars a year in sales, and that is just for a single make. When you include several other products like brushed on bleaching gels, whitening toothpastes and whitening strips, it is easy to see exactly how huge and lucrative the market has grown into. Oral care as we know it now, has not always been that way though and is a far cry from its rather humble beginnings. The lengths that a lot of folks would go to in the past just to get a bright smile can make you very appreciative of the modern-day conveniences that we take for granted now.

Without the invention of the toothbrush, in home teeth whitening would not be where it is today. Early teeth cleaning implements, from hundreds of years ago, bore very little resemblance to what we refer to as a toothbrush these days. The first one was fashioned out of a twig with a chafed end to scrape the tooth. Everybody from royalty to peasants all utilized a piece of yard debris as a means to rid their mouth and teeth of excess food and buildup. This crude type of toothbrush eventually evolved into something similar to the implement we use now. Instead of a chafed sprig, a piece of shaped wood with wild boar bristles attached to one end, became the in thing to brush your pearly whites with. Very little beats the taste of a mouthful of pig hair first thing in the morning.

The demand to have whiter teeth is by no means the latest fashion craze since it has been around for many years. In times gone by, the local barbers shop would also be the place to go if you wanted anything done to your teeth. To give you the brilliant white teeth that you craved, the barber come tooth doctor would file the tooth surface down and then apply a Nitric Acid solution. While this procedure would certainly work in the short term, the teeth would begin crumbling quickly because of the lack of enamel protection which would be destroyed by the process.

Consider that fresh minty taste of your toothpaste. The majority of whitening toothpastes nowadays include baking soda as an active ingredient and it is still common practice among some folks to brush their teeth with neat sodium bicarbonate straight out of the package. However, If you do not fancy the taste sensation of baking soda in your mouth, you may be better off sticking with toothpaste. Back in the 1800’s, that may not have been such good advice because urine was a common component in toothpaste at that time.

The best home teeth whitening system commences with correct tooth care. You do want to brush every day and floss regularly. Regular check-ups at the dentist can help keep your teeth healthy and your gums in good shape. You do not need to brush your teeth with pure bleach. You may also want to skip tobacco products, red wine and drinks such as tea, coffee or soda pop. All of those stain the enamel over time. If whiter teeth seem too much hassle, then consider how far individuals had to go in times past to have sparkling white teeth.

It has to be said that the teeth whitening process is in general are not appropriate for everybody. It is always worth seeking professional advice before embarking on any course of treatment. Your dentist will can advise you on which choices are suitable for your situation. Some of them may not be of use in your particular circumstances.

The question that people face is, does the perceived added safety of a professional procedure by a dentist, justify the extra cost involved. Will the home teeth whitening product be safe and will it be as effective to use? are the instructions easy to follow and are there any possible side effects? What are the pros and cons?

In order to provide a safe, over the counter products for home use, the whitening gel is of a lower concentration than you would get from a professional treatment. So how good are the results, how quick and how long lasting? But there are also conspiracy theorist who question this.

Do devious manufacturers use higher concentrations of the bleaching agent than they admit to, so that their product will work? It has even been suggested that abrasive materials are added that could be damaging to tooth enamel. I think that neither of these theories hold water. As long as you stick to reputable products you should be fine. The penalties for such practices, from major fines and lawsuits, to withdrawal of the product license, would be too costly to contemplate.

Reputable companies carry out major clinical trials before releasing their products into the market. Some research on their websites showyou the results of these trials, and if you want to be extra sur, you can find the links back to the original source documents. It would also damage their bottom line and their good name, to make claims that proved to be false.

These treatments normally involve placing a gel containing tray over your teeth for up to an hour. This is not too uncomfortable, but it is an inconvenient and you are not likely to do it for longer than you need to. Some of these products can be used overnight and companies boast of how long their gel stays active, compared to lesser competitors.

There is more chance that you will be wearing the tray after the gel has become inactive, than that you will suffer any problems from over use. It is safe to say that these products are generally regarded as safe. The other question is, can they give you the same benefits that you would get from a couple of visits to the dentist.

Here again, it is very unwise for companies to make claims that they cannot substantiate. After all, if the product provided no benefit, there are millions of users who would be shouting it from the rooftops. So how good are the results, how quick and how long do they last?After two visits with your dentist, your dazzling new smile is in place. And with the proper aftercare, it can last for up to 15 years, but it could be as short as 5.

Some of the home teeth gel treatments claim a noticeable difference after only one hour and that with repeated treatments that you can reach the same levels on the dental comparison charts that you would get from professional whitening. And they could last just as long. So, are they a worthwhile alternative?

At the start, I said that it is always worth getting a professional opinion, but a home teeth whitening is a viable option. And remember, there are over the counter products, and your dentist can provide a custom solution.