A Quick History Of Teeth Whitening

While you might suspect that whitening your teeth would be a rather new idea the surprising fact is that people started whitening their teeth 4000 years ago.

The ancient Egyptians who highly prized beauty created whitening pasts using ground pumice stone combined with vinegar made from wine grapes. White teeth were considered a symbol of status, appeal, and even virility.

The same goes for ancient Romans who used a not so desirable mixture which included urine because of the acid content to whiten their smiles – it may have done wonders for their teeth but their breath may likely have been questionable! They also took up the habit of using chew sticks to keep their teeth free of food debris and plaque.

Most of Europe also filed their teeth. While it did lead to a white look, it also ate away at the enamel and made teeth decay much faster than they should have.

By 1800 dentistry made their break from such archaic ideals and found that using chlorine as mild bleaching agent would remove the yellowish tinge many gained as they aged.

By 1900 hydrogen peroxide had been discovered by Dr. William Klusimer, D.S. and in 1989 forward another bleaching agent known as carbamide peroxide took over the market as it had less side effects and produced less sensitivity.

These days there thankfully are many more options. Some are even chemical free and all natural while still enhancing your white smile without the awful sensitivity brought on in past years.

Interested in having a gleaming white grin? Let the professionals at Smile Bright Studio in Chandler, AZ get you there. In a single one hour or less appointment they can restore your beautiful white teeth to the shade that makes you happy.

Give the studio located at 1915 East Chandler Blvd Suite 3 in Chandler, AZ  a call at (480) 262-2324 to book your teeth whitening session today! Visit www.smilebrightstudio.com to learn more!