We asked dentists about the most effective ways to whiten teeth at home, and they shared their top picks for toothpastes, mouthwashes, pens, strips and kits.

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The most common toothpaste ingredient is fluoride, which protects against cavities. Choose a toothpaste with calcium carbonate or hydrogen peroxide if you want to whiten your teeth. Avoid toothpaste ...

Remineralization is a natural tooth repair process. Your body takes calcium and phosphate minerals from your saliva and deposits them in your enamel. Enamel is the protective outer layer of your teeth ...

As you eat and drink and live your life, your teeth are constantly undergoing demineralization and remineralization. Demineralization is the process by which your teeth lose minerals. The bacteria in ...

Advertisements for special toothpastes, powders and gums suggest that it’s possible. Here’s what dental experts say. By Katie Camero Most of us know that the best defense against tooth decay — or ...

Brushing your teeth with baking soda can help reduce plaque and whiten teeth, among other benefits. But there are downsides, including the fact that it doesn’t contain fluoride. Share on Pinterest ...

Instead of the white foam most of us normally produce when brushing our teeth, activated charcoal toothpastes coat teeth (temporarily) in a dusky slurry. Yet despite their dark hues, many companies ...

NOBS is an oral care company dedicated to creating high-efficacy, non-toxic hygiene products. Best known for their flagship ...

5 On Your Side's Keely Arthur has dental products to purchase and the ones to avoid to develop healthy smiles at home. Good health starts with good dental care, and the simple habit of brushing twice ...