Why Baking Soda and Peroxide Are a Dynamic Duo for Your Teeth
Baking soda and hydrogen peroxide are more than just household staples; they’re a proven pair when it comes to oral care. Baking soda helps gently scrub away surface stains and plaque, while hydrogen peroxide works to chemically break down stain molecules on and below the surface. Together, they make a powerful combo for keeping your teeth clean, bright, and healthy.
Can You Use Baking Soda and Peroxide to Whiten Your Teeth?
Yes, you can create a paste of baking soda and peroxide to help whiten your teeth, or you can use Arm & Hammer Advance White™ Toothpaste or Arm & Hammer™ PeroxiCare™ Gum Health Toothpaste, which already contain peroxide and baking soda and have a clean mint taste.
What Does Baking Soda and Peroxide Do?
Baking soda mixed with peroxide is effective for whitening and cleaning, because peroxide is a bleaching agent that can remove stains from your teeth, while baking soda serves as a gentle, less abrasive cleaning alternative to traditional toothpaste.
How to Make Baking Soda and Peroxide Paste
- COMBINE three tablespoons of Arm & Hammer™ Baking Soda with one tablespoon of peroxide in a small bowl.
- STIR together until a paste forms.
- PLACE the mixture on your toothbrush and brush your teeth for two minutes.
- RINSE and do not swallow the paste.
Is it Safe to Brush Your Teeth with Hydrogen Peroxide?
It is safe to brush your teeth with hydrogen peroxide, but it can cause tooth sensitivity and gum irritation. When trying hydrogen peroxide and baking soda paste, pay close attention to how your teeth and gums feel afterwards. If you experience any irritation or sensitivity, exercise caution when using, stop use immediately or use less frequently.
Can I Brush My Teeth with Hydrogen Peroxide Every Day?
You should not use hydrogen peroxide on your teeth every day unless it is already mixed in a safe amount in a toothpaste, like Arm & Hammer’s Advance White™ Toothpaste, which helps remove stains and prevent new ones from settling on your teeth. Arm & Hammer™ Peroxicare Toothpaste is also a good option, as baking soda is gentle on teeth and it supports gum health. Plus, it helps prevent cavities and removes plaque from your gumline.
Peroxide on its own is a bleaching element, so you should only use a homemade paste twice a week on your teeth (or less if irritation begins).
Why You Should Add Baking Soda and Peroxide to Your Oral Routine
If you’re looking to whiten or do a deep clean on your teeth, a mixture of baking soda and peroxide is the trick. As mentioned above, pay close attention to how your teeth and gums feel after using baking soda and peroxide, and make sure to only use the latter on your teeth twice a week.
