DIY Teeth Whitening Warning
The Australian Dental Association (ADA) is concerned about people receiving ulcers and chemical burns after using DIY teeth whitening products. It seems many people are buying these products after seeing some influencers and celebrities talking about them on social media.
- Ineffective and even dangerous teeth whitening products are being promoted online
- Many patients affected are in their late teens and early twenties
- Popular charcoal products have been found to erode tooth enamel
- Some home teeth whitening products have high concentrations of chemicals
Sydney dentist and ADA spokeswoman Mikaela Chinotti said there was no single product or brand that was the focus of concern, but rather an array of goods in the burgeoning industry.
Example of Cheap Home Teeth Whiteners
Here are some examples that have been promoted online as cheap home teeth whiteners:
- Certain toothpastes
- LED lights
- Powders
- Strips
- Oils
- Gels
- Various procedures
Avon Valley Dental Centre in Northam
We highly recommend you visit your dentist to get your teeth whitened. If you live in or around Northam, please contact us or book online.
Read more about this on the ABC website.
