Whitening Myths: What Really Works

From baking soda hacks to LED gadgets—let’s separate facts from fiction and keep enamel safe.

Teeth whitening is safe when supervised and matched to your enamel and sensitivity profile.

Whitening toothpastes don’t ‘bleach’; they polish stains. For color change, you need peroxide-based gels.

LED lights don’t whiten by themselves; they can accelerate certain formulas but the gel does the work.

Stronger isn’t always better. Higher-peroxide gels can irritate gums. Custom trays help keep gel off tissue.

Post-whitening, avoid dark foods/drinks for 24–48 hours while enamel is temporarily more porous.

Have questions about this topic? Reach out at info@shalakadental.com — we’re happy to help.