Does Whitening Toothpaste Work? Guide of a Dentist to Whiter Teeth.

Does whitening toothpaste actually work or is it just marketing? A dentist breaks down surface stains vs intrinsic stains and when professional whitening is the smarter choice.

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Does whitening toothpaste clean coffee stains?
Yes, coffee stains are in general extrinsic thus toothpaste can be used to remove the stains with time.
Does toothpaste remove stains of red wine?
Usually yes, since surface discolouration is usually due to red wine.
Do toothpaste strips have an ability to remove intrinsic stains?
Usually not. The intrinsic stains usually require bleaching or professional treatment.
Does whitening toothpaste perform well as professional teeth whitening?
No. Toothpaste is largely used to polish the surface whereas professional whitening is used to alter deeper color in the teeth using a controlled bleaching.