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A review on natural teeth whitening
Asma Gasmi Benahmed1, Amin Gasmi2, Alain Menzel3
1Académie Internationale de Médecine Dentaire Intégrative, Paris, France.
Discover natural teeth whitening methods that safely lighten tooth color without enamel erosion. This review explores natural ingredients as a milder alternative to commercial whiteners, offering a safer approach to achieving a brighter smile.
Area of Science:
- Dental Science
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Natural Product Chemistry
Background:
- Tooth discoloration stems from extrinsic factors (tea, coffee, smoking) and intrinsic factors (aging, tetracycline).
- Stains penetrate the porous enamel structure, leading to persistent discoloration.
- Enamel erosion with age exposes yellow dentin, contributing to discoloration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review natural ingredients with teeth-whitening properties and their clinical applications.
- To examine metabolic dental bleaching mechanisms and tooth discoloration.
- To consolidate current scientific literature on natural teeth whitening.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of scientific manuscripts.
- Consolidation of research from Scopus, PubMed, ResearchGate, and Google Scholar.
- Focus on studies published between 2000 and 2020.
Main Results:
- Natural teeth whitening lightens teeth without eroding enamel.
- Commercial whiteners (hydrogen peroxide, carbamide peroxide) can cause demineralization and adverse effects.
- Natural ingredients like fruits (lemons, strawberries, papaya) offer safer whitening.
Conclusions:
- Natural ingredients provide an effective and safer alternative for teeth whitening.
- Avoids the risks of deproteinization and demineralization associated with peroxides.
- Promotes a milder approach to cosmetic dental care.
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