Home Teeth Whitening: What Actually Works — And What Can Damage Your Teeth

is included in some commercial toothpastes.

But using loose baking soda aggressively or too often is not necessarily better.

Excessive scrubbing can:

  • Irritate gums
  • Wear the tooth surface
  • Increase sensitivity
  • Make teeth look more yellow over time if enamel becomes thinner

Safer approach

If you want to use baking soda, it is usually better to choose a toothpaste formulated with baking soda rather than making a harsh homemade paste.

2. Avoid Lemon Juice on Teeth

A lot of viral recipes combine baking soda with lemon.

That is not a good