Arm & Hammer Extreme Whitening Baking Soda Toothpaste Twin Pack

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Active ingredients: The dentists we spoke with unanimously agreed that bleaching agents hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide are key ingredients in whitening toothpaste. For peroxide ingredients, the maximum percentage is 10% for over-the-counter products, says Sharon Huang, D.D.S., M.I.C.O.I., a cosmetic dentist and founder of Les Belles NYC. Hydrated silica acts as a polishing agent to help remove stains. Baking soda also works to that effect while raising oral pH, adds Dr. Levine. Low pH levels mean high acidity, which can lead to demineralization, or the layer of protective enamel wearing down. This can make teeth more prone to cavities and other damage. Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. When used correctly, whitening toothpaste can remove surface stains from teeth. Some also lessen intrinsic stains from within teeth. You can expect an effective whitening toothpaste to lighten teeth by two or three shades. Does whitening toothpaste damage enamel? The higher the hydrogen peroxide content, the more effective the toothpaste will be at whitening. Keep in mind that this could make the product more likely to irritate your teeth and gums.

However, some people don’t like the feel of abrasives in their mouth. And regular use of abrasive toothpastes can wear away more than stains. Read the ingredients

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After analyzing the brand's data, our experts in the GH Beauty Lab confirm that this formula can remove up to 10 years of yellow stains on teeth in only four weeks of twice-daily use. "It works!" one Walmart reviewer raved. "I drink a lot of coffee and tea, and I noticed that my teeth are so much whiter after using this toothpaste." Vaz VTP, et al. (2019). Whitening toothpaste containing activated charcoal, blue covarine, hydrogen peroxide or microbeads: Which one is the most effective?

This unique formula works best when stored at normal room temperature (>20°C) and water is prevented from getting into the tube by replacing the cap after every use. If the product is out of normal room temperature (<20°C), allow it to return to normal room temperature for ease of dispensing.https://post.healthline.com/wp-json/wp-offload-ses/v1/c/ZW1haWxfaWQ9MjA2NDYmZW1haWxfY2xpY2tfaWQ9MzE1MTUmZW1haWxfY2xpY2tfdXJsPWh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGd3d3LmFkYS5vcmclMkZlbiUyRnNjaWVuY2UtcmVzZWFyY2glMkZhZGEtc2VhbC1vZi1hY2NlcHRhbmNlJTJGYWRhLXNlYWwtc2hvcHBpbmctbGlzdCZoYXNoPTIxYjdlNDVmMGJmMTY5MDUwMjJiZjk3MmQwMGM5NjU1ODliODY4OTRhODVjMDg2NmMwYjVmZTE1ZmEzNzE1M2E=