How can I whiten my kids teeth at home?

Use two teaspoons of water for every teaspoon of baking soda to make a paste. Your child doesn't have to brush using baking soda on a daily basis. They can brush using the paste twice or thrice a week. You can also have your child brush their teeth with hydrogen peroxide.
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How do you whiten kids teeth stains?

For stains from food and drink or plaque on the tooth's surface, you might try making a paste from a few drops of lemon juice and baking soda. Once per week, simply combine the two ingredients and have your child brush their teeth with them. Leave on for 1 or 2 minutes before brushing again, then rinsing well.
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How do I get the yellow Off My Kids teeth?

How to Treat Yellow Teeth in Children
  1. Use water and baking soda to brush your child's teeth and get rid of the discolouration.
  2. If your little one is taking iron supplements, be deliberate with brushing their teeth to avoid staining.
  3. Use an adult toothbrush and toothpaste for better cleaning properties.
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Can I whiten my daughters teeth?

The Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends waiting until the child is at least 14 years of age before considering tooth whitening procedures. This allows the tooth pulp to fully form and reduces sensitivity levels.
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Can I whiten my 9 year old's teeth?

Children can have their teeth whitened, but they must meet the following criteria: All the permanent teeth have already erupted. The enamel on the child's permanent teeth has already fully calcified. All orthodontic treatments have already been completed.
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Why are my child's teeth so yellow?

Yellow Teeth Can Be Caused by Thin Enamel

Some kids are born with thin enamel due to genetic factors. This is called “enamel hypoplasia.” This means the layer of white enamel is thinner. In turn, this exposes more of the yellowish dentin, making the teeth look more yellow.
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Why are my child's permanent teeth yellow?

Good news: this is normal. Permanent teeth have more dentin (the layer of the tooth underneath the outer enamel), which has a more yellowish color. They also have very large nerve canals when they erupt and the enamel is more naturally transparent.
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Is baking soda safe for toddlers teeth?

These ingredients may be natural, but that doesn't mean that they are safe for your child's teeth. Some ingredients such as lemon juice are acidic, while others such as baking soda are mildly abrasive and could be harmful to your child's tooth enamel.
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Can a 10 year old use teeth whitening?

It's a question we often hear from dentists and their patients. People want to know how young is too young to start using whitening trays to whiten their teeth. In short, there is no age-related contraindication to teeth whitening.
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Can my 7 year old use whitening toothpaste?

Most dentists agree that regular toothpaste with whitening ingredients are okay for children to use, but only in small (pea-sized) amounts and when they learn to brush properly, i.e. not too hard!
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Why are my 9 year old teeth so yellow?

If your child's teeth are not being brushed at least twice a day for 2+ minutes, bacteria-filled plaque and tartar (hardened and calcified plaque) can form on their teeth. Plaque can attract stains from foods and beverages, and tartar has a yellowish-brown color that may also discolor the teeth.
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Do kids teeth get whiter as they age?

As the healthy teeth age, the nerve shrinks and the tooth thickens from the inside, giving it a whiter appearance.
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Why are my child's teeth turning brown?

Dark-colored permanent teeth indicate that the tooth is dead. Root canals involve removing the dead pulp inside of the tooth. Discolored baby teeth will require observation and a visit to the dentist. If there isn't any sign of infection, treatment may not be necessary.
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Why are my child's front teeth discolored?

If baby teeth aren't brushed properly, bacteria (plaque) might form on the teeth — which can lead to tooth discoloration. Medication use. Infant medications containing iron, such as supplemental vitamins, might cause stains on baby teeth.
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Can yellow teeth become white?

Yellow teeth can often be fixed with teeth whitening treatments. At Old Town Smiles, we offer our patients cutting-edge treatments that efficiently and effectively whiten teeth. After a treatment with us you will have a dazzling smile that is up to ten shades brighter!
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How can I whiten my 7 year olds teeth?

Use a kid-friendly fluoride mouthwash if your child is old enough, in accordance with the product's label. Whitening strips and gels may also be appropriate for children over the age of 12. Try brushing their teeth with a little bit of baking soda and water.
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How can I whiten my toddler's teeth naturally?

To apply to teeth, mix a small amount of baking soda with lemon juice and brush it on the teeth. Allow the solution of sit for a minute before brushing and rinsing it off of the teeth. Lemon juice is highly acidic and the same stain removing powers also damage enamel.
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Is baking soda toothpaste good for kids?

Baking soda has been safely used as a dental care product for decades. Using baking soda on a toddler's teeth is safe as long as a few simple considerations are followed. In addition, many dental associations have approved toothpaste and tooth-powder products that contain baking soda.
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Is baking soda good for teeth whitening?

Baking soda is an effective teeth whitener when used appropriately to brush the teeth. Keep in mind that it is also important to maintain regular dental visits and continue using a good toothpaste with any baking soda brushing routine.
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How do I get stains off my toddler's teeth?

You can usually remove these stains by brushing the teeth with a little bit of adult toothpaste (which contains more scrubbing power than children's) or a little bit of baking soda and water. If this doesn't work, your dentist can remove the stains with a professional scrubbing.
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Are yellow teeth permanent?

Light gray or light yellow teeth

As permanent teeth replace your baby teeth, you'll notice your smile isn't as white as before. Permanent teeth are naturally darker than baby teeth, because of their tooth structure.
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How do you clean Black kids teeth?

How to Clean Your Toddler's Stained Teeth
  1. Baking Soda & Water – Make a paste of baking soda and water (just a pinch and a few drops respectively) and brush the teeth using a toddler toothbrush. ...
  2. Adult Toothpaste – Choose an adult toothpaste that doesn't contain whitening ingredients.
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How can I remove plaque from My kids teeth?

Brushing removes the plaque from surfaces of the teeth. Ideally, children should brush following meals and snacks and always before going to bed. Bacteria are more active when a person is sleeping. Realistically most people brush two times a day (morning and night).
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How do you remove brown stains from teeth?

Treatment
  1. Brush the teeth with a mixture of baking soda and water every few days.
  2. Rinse the mouth with a diluted hydrogen peroxide solution every day or every few days. Always rinse the mouth with water afterward.
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Does baking soda remove plaque?

Baking soda is effective at removing plaque because it's a natural cleanser and an abrasive, meaning it's good for scrubbing.
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