Whitening teeth may seem like a relatively simple cosmetic procedure known to take years off of your appearance. Teeth whitening has actually been a goal throughout history. Have you ever wondered about the ways in which whitening occurred before our current manufacturing and chemical knowledge advanced so much? Read on for a brief history lesson on teeth whitening.
Anubis Way to Whiten
The Egyptians might have not had a whole lot of foresight when they began to use wine to brush their teeth. Considering the fact that red wine remains one of the biggest stainers consumed to this day, one would hope the ancient Egyptians were sticking to white wine with this seemingly odd choice for a whitening material.
Friends, Romans, White Smiles
If you think the Egyptians had it wrong, consider the efforts of the Romans. Would you believe that their main ingredient for teeth whitening was human urine? Roman aristocrats had this ingredient expensively imported from all over the world. Apart from the unsavory taste, odor, and general idea of such a method for cosmetic dental sprucing, surely anything along these lines today would be shut down by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). The science of the Romans wasn’t completely off base, however. Ammonia, found prominently in urine, has qualities that are effective in lightening tooth enamel.
Modern Teeth Whitening
Though there are many over-the-counter products available today, many of them can be a waste of time and money. Dr. Engelberg can provide you with all of the professional grade materials you need to achieve multiple shades of whitening on your smile. We will customize trays to fit your mouth, and send you home with professional-grade whitening gel. You can choose the time of day that best suits you to implement the whitening process, and in a matter of weeks, you’ll be flashing a noticeably brighter smile. Another option is laser bleaching in the office, which is even quicker and more effective.
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