Ask Experts Questions for FREE Help !
Ask
    sendosha's Avatar
    sendosha Posts: 28, Reputation: 5
    New Member
    		  
    #1

    Feb 18, 2011, 12:16 AM
    What is the effects of household cleaners on teeth?
    What if I was to use bleach or Mr. Clean to rinse my mouth? Would it cause cavities or damage my teeth in some other way?
    justcurious55's Avatar
    justcurious55 Posts: 4,360, Reputation: 790
    Ultra Member
    		  
    #2

    Feb 18, 2011, 12:46 AM

    If it didn't damage your teeth, it would hurt your mouth. And if you accidentally swallowed any of it at all you could become very ill. A cheaper, safer way to whiten teeth without buying whitening products or going to the dentists is baking soda. You probably won't see immediate results but over time it will whiten your teeth without causing damage or illness.
    joypulv's Avatar
    joypulv Posts: 21,591, Reputation: 2941
    current pert
    		  
    #3

    Feb 18, 2011, 01:50 AM
    NO!
    Saliva contains necessary components, and bleach will kill them. Many people argue that even mouthwash (alcohol and flavoring) is bad for you. Although 98% water, saliva also contains electrolytes, mucus, antibacterial compounds, and various enzymes. The enzymes in the saliva break down some of the starch and fat in food as you chew, and also food caught between teeth, where it helps protect from bacteria attacking the food and teeth.

    Whitening strips do contain bleaching agents but they stay on the tooth and in the strip.
Not your question? Ask your question View similar questions
 

Question Tools Search this Question
Search this Question:

Advanced Search

Add your answer here.


Check out some similar questions!

Anyone with a research design on cultural effects. How effects on culture can be meas [ 0 Answers ]

Research design that is measuring cultural effects

How can I naturally sharpen my teeth without causing adverse effects? [ 30 Answers ]

Using non-surgical or non-chemical methods, how can I sharpen my teeth? No I am not going for the "vampire look." Emo Princess is just a nickname my fiancé calls me.

Lower denture teeth bite: gum line up or angle teeth forward? [ 8 Answers ]

:cool: Should the bite line of the teeth on the lower denture be forward of the centerline of the gum 5 mm? Would it be better to have the lower teeth in line with the gum?

View more questions Search