Research: One in four adults have undergone teeth whitening

Recent research has found how one in four adults (24%) have undergone teeth whitening, with almost half (45%) using an illegal provider.

Research conducted by White Glo discovered 75% are unhappy with the colour of their teeth and with professional whitening costing up to £1,000, many are clearly looking for alternatives to achieve a perfect smile.

The good news is that with the increasing popularity of teeth whitening, there are more options than ever before and simply choosing the right formula can achieve similar results to those of a dentist.

Dr Georgio Sotriopoulos, White Glo’s dentist advises on how to safely whiten teeth at home, “Choosing the right at home whitening kit can be a challenge when there are so many options available. I’d recommend a peroxide free formula to remove yellowing on the surface of your tooth enamel without any abrasion. Combining this with a fluoride enriched whitening toothpaste will lighten discolouration caused by certain food and drinks. Any whitening kit with more than 0.1% hydrogen peroxide should be avoided so damage is not done to the enamel.”