03 january 2023

Hydrogen peroxide for teeth and gums?

1. What is hydrogen peroxide?

2. How does peroxide work on teeth?

3. Why use it for teeth and gums?

4. How to use it?

 

5. Is peroxide dangerous for teeth?


Hydrogen peroxide is a product that is always on hand at home because it is used to clean scratches on the surface of the skin or small cuts. Recently, this substance has been the subject of much debate and there are many tips that recommend its use against yellow teeth as well as gray teeth , or other unsightly aspects such as black lines on the teeth , even black furrows , black teeth or brown spots . 🦷


Reportedly, dentists have been using hydrogen peroxide since 1913 to treat gum disease and reduce plaque. Others even claim that it is a component of certain toothpastes or mouthwashes.

But knowing that teeth are among the most sensitive organs, it is essential to be well informed on the subject before acting. Is it possible to rinse your teeth with hydrogen peroxide ? We reveal everything to you! 🤭

What is hydrogen peroxide?


Still known as hydrogen peroxide , hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide is above all a cosmetic product. It is therefore not a medicine or medical treatment. ☝️ It is essentially composed of water and oxygen. This allows it to eliminate pathogens. For several years, it has been used as a whitening agent in dental products.🧪 Indeed, some toothpastes and mouthwashes may contain a small concentration of hydrogen peroxide.


The latter thus acts as a disinfectant to preserve oral health against dental plaque to be eliminated (and therefore tartar), inflammation of the gums, gingival pain , gingival swelling , etc. Today, its use has been legalized in the context of teeth whitening. Provided of course, that certain precautions are respected in terms of concentrations. 🧑‍⚖️ Even though it is a very powerful disinfectant, its use can present certain risks. When the quantity used in a solution is very high, hydrogen peroxide can cause very harmful effects such as irritation of the mucous membranes, alteration of dental enamel leaving dentin exposed, dental hyper sensitivity, alteration of healthy gums etc. 😷

We should therefore avoid using it too often if we are looking to strengthen our gums or keep our normal gums healthy .

How does peroxide work on teeth?


Hydrogen peroxide is a chemical compound that can be used to whiten your teeth and give you a bright smile. According to the Nice Faculty of Dental Surgery, dentists have used hydrogen peroxide since the late 19th century to help treat gum disease and reduce the formation of plaque on teeth. ⏳

It helps kill bacteria through a reaction that releases oxygen. The latter will then come into contact with the pathogens and attempt to eliminate them. It is following this process that carbamide peroxide is able to whiten patients' teeth. 💁‍♀️ Hydrogen peroxide treatment destroys the cell walls of bacteria that cause dental or gum disease (especially inflammation and gingivitis ). Thanks to the oxygen it contains, hydrogen peroxide is able to reach the bacteria located in the periodontal pockets.

Why use hydrogen peroxide for teeth and gums?


Hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide has many benefits that fall within the framework of oral hygiene. Many dentists recommend the use of this substance as well as dental products ( carefully chosen toothpastes , mouthwashes, gel) of which it is a component. 👩‍⚕️


For the maintenance of the mouth and teeth, it represents one of the most natural solutions. Cleaning your teeth with hydrogen peroxide helps prevent several oral diseases. Thanks to its whitening effects, it will eliminate stains present on the surface of the tooth.


As for the gums, it acts against the bacteria in the mouth which are likely to lodge there. 🦠 Which allows it to prevent diseases such as dental plaque and tartar to be eliminated , loosening of teeth , gingivitis or periodontitis , even severe periodontitis , we can also talk about receding gums , etc. However, it is possible to reduce the risks of this disease by knowing the foods to avoid to prevent periodontitis.

The best thing about hydrogen peroxide is that it helps prevent and help cure these diseases. If you have inflammation of the gum tissues for example, or a layer of enamel that is too thin, the standard treatment offered by dentists is the use of a solution containing hydrogen peroxide. 💊 In addition, after surgical intervention on the teeth, hydrogen peroxide is used to take advantage of its anti-microbial effects. 🙌 It is therefore a product that reduces the sensitivity of teeth against pathogens.

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