Features of using tea tree oil for teeth whitening

Healing and cosmetic properties of tea tree

The tea tree (melaleuca) is a plant from the myrtle family that grows only in Australia. Its unique properties were discovered back in the 17th century, when the first European settlers began to settle the continent. It was they who noticed that the aborigines use tea tree oil to treat various diseases; later it was found that the substance has cosmetic properties - it can lighten the color of enamel.

The oil is produced from green leaves using steam distillation, which produces a light and fluid substance with a hint of wet wood.

Tea tree oil is a powerful antiseptic that is used in many areas of medicine. It can be used for inhalation, stimulating the immune system, massage, and treating skin diseases. In addition, the oil improves the health of skin, teeth and hair.

A little history from Doctor Zubastic

Tea tree has nothing in common with ordinary tea. This name was given to it by the famous traveler James Cook. While traveling in Australia, Cook was bitten by a tick. In one of the settlements, the aborigines made a lotion from a decoction of the leaves of an unknown tree. The same decoction was given to the traveler instead of tea.

The natives called the drink miraculous and said that they treat almost all diseases with the leaves of this tree, drinking it instead of tea throughout the day. So Cook called Melaleuca (its real name) a tea tree. Subsequently, studies were carried out and antiseptic and antimicrobial properties were identified.

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Teeth whitening with tea oil

Pharmacies sell tea tree oil in various concentrations, but be careful, only 100% oil is suitable for whitening. Its constant use helps not only to lighten the enamel, but is also a good prevention of tartar and bleeding gums.

The method of using whitening oil is simple. Brush your teeth with toothpaste as you usually do. Next, rinse the brush thoroughly and apply 2-3 drops of oil directly from the bottle. Brush your teeth again and rinse your mouth with boiled water. Be sure to rinse the brush under running water. Repeat the procedure after 3-4 days. Such hygiene will remove bacteria remaining after regular brushing, reduce the amount of deposits on the teeth and make your smile brighter.

Don't be alarmed if you feel a slight numbness in your lips or tongue while teeth whitening with tea oil. The sensation will quickly disappear, and with regular procedures it will not appear at all.

Selection rules

Unfortunately, not all oil manufacturers are decent. Some sell low-quality goods for selfish reasons. That's why there are negative reviews from people. They write that the tea tree oil bleaching method did not help. You need to know how to choose the right product, which companies are reputable manufacturers. Here's what you need to pay attention to when purchasing.

Name

The label should not contain phrases such as aromatic, perfumery product, identical to natural, a mixture of therapeutic, aromatherapy class. There is no therapeutic effect in such compositions. The oil content in the products is minimal. Such grouping by class simply does not exist. The inscription on the bottle label must contain the phrase 100% natural essential oil. If it is not available, you should not purchase the product.

Capacity

Essential oils cannot be stored for long in clear or plastic bottles. Real oil is stored only in dark glass bottles. This protects the product from ultraviolet rays, which destroy its structure. In addition, plastic has the ability to enter into a chemical reaction with oil and change its properties, which is also unacceptable.

Bottle volume

The container with real essential oil has a volume of no more than 10 ml. If you are offered to purchase a product in a 30 ml bottle for 100 rubles, you should know that it is a fake.

Certificate

Be sure to ask for a quality certificate when purchasing oil. It shouldn't be a copy. This is a document with original, “wet” seals.

Chromatogram

Serious and expensive analysis of the product, allowing you to accurately determine its composition. Probably, the chromatogram can be called the only category that gives a comprehensive answer about the quality of the product.

The absence of a chromatogram on the packaging is a sign of a synthetic counterfeit, an inexpensive analogue.

Prices

Essential oil, like any natural component, cannot be cheap. To obtain a small bottle, a large amount of raw material must be processed.

Manufacturers

For teeth whitening, give preference to the following companies:

1. Aromatics.
2. Natural oils.
3. Bioderma.
4. Delarom.
5. Estée Lauder.
6. Nuxe.
7. L'Occitane.

Products from these manufacturers comply with European quality standards. They can be used not only for local processing, but also for internal use.
You can determine the authenticity of a product using a simple test. Drop the mixture from the bottle onto the paper. Since the oil is transparent, it should not stain the paper. But if after 15 minutes. there is not a trace left of the drop, which means you are being offered to buy a fake consisting of alcohol and volatile solvents. This will not only not bring healing and whitening effects, but will also harm your health.

Rinsing

Another option for using tea tree oil is as a mouth rinse. It can be done before or after cleaning. Before brushing, it will help soften the deposits on your teeth that appear from eating and smoking, making them easier to remove during brushing. Rinsing afterwards will help make your oral care better and more gentle.

To rinse, you will need a solution: 5 drops of tea tree oil in half a glass of water..

To make the effect more pronounced, it is recommended to rinse daily. This will help eliminate bad breath and remove plaque. You will strengthen the enamel and notice that your teeth have acquired shine and become lighter.

Useful tips

In order for whitening to be effective, safe and comfortable, you should follow simple recommendations.

1. Do not exceed the recommended dosage of the product . Otherwise, it will be difficult to get rid of the specific taste and smell of the oil. In addition, the product may enter the stomach, which can cause stomach upset.
2. Do not eat after use. You should refrain from eating for at least an hour so that the oil has time to “work” on whitening the enamel.
3. Buy only high-quality, undiluted product. Even pharmacies often sell useless oil, or even worse, one that will only cause harm. It is important to understand that natural concentrate cannot be cheap.

To reduce the waiting time for results, it is recommended to exclude chocolate, juices, beets and carrots, coffee, wine and other products with natural dyes from the diet.

Intensive whitening with tea tree oil and lemon oil

There is a way to achieve more intense results in a short time. To do this, you need to thoroughly brush your teeth with toothpaste, rinse your mouth and wash your brush. Then add two drops of tea tree and one drop of lemon and brush your teeth with this mixture for at least 5 minutes. Rinse your mouth and you will most likely notice the result after the first procedure. Your teeth will become brighter and smoother. Natural antiseptics will reliably and carefully clean your teeth of deposits and bacteria. But do not use them too often, otherwise you will damage the enamel. Carry out the procedure approximately 1 - 2 times a week. This is enough to minimize the effects of cigarettes and coffee. The whitening course lasts approximately four weeks. Next, your teeth will need a “break” of several months. To maintain whiteness, use a special paste. “ASEPTA PLUS” REMINERALIZATION will help restore the enamel.

How to choose the right product?

Manufacturers often resort to various tricks to reduce the cost of goods. Some make oil in laboratory conditions, artificially recreating the composition of the original.

Others use cheap or second-class raw materials in production. And finally, a mixture of flavoring and solvent is often passed off as a quality product, labeled “100% natural.”

However, only real essential oil has a cosmetic effect, which can be distinguished by the following characteristics:

• label with the phrase "100% natural essential oil"
• dark glass bottle;
• the expiration date is indicated;
• the product indicates the manufacturer and its address, the botanical name of the plant;
• the neck of the bottle is equipped with a dosimeter;
• high price (about 500 rubles).

It is almost impossible to purchase high-quality oil in a regular store, so it is better to opt for online purchases. There are not too many trusted manufacturers, here are some of them:

• "Iris" (Russia);
• "Primavera Life" (Germany);
• "Aura Gacia" (USA);
• "Glorion" (Russia).

Benefits of enamel whitening with tea tree

Whitening compositions for the most part include abrasive elements, this applies to both special pastes and folk remedies. Abrasives are quite aggressive towards teeth - there is always a risk of removing part of the enamel along with plaque: scratches and thinning of the top layer can lead to caries, increased sensitivity and even tooth destruction. The effects of tea tree oil are the most gentle. It will not only make your smile brighter, but also improve your gums and get rid of tartar. Of course, using tea tree oil will not give your teeth a radical white tint like in-office whitening, but it will help restore your natural color.

Help with toothache

Tea tree oil can help relieve toothache when applied directly to a sore tooth.

This ether will also help if you suddenly have a toothache. To relieve pain, it is recommended to rinse your mouth with water and oil.

There is a more effective method - using the product in its pure form. You need to treat a small cotton swab with ether and apply it to the tooth in which pain is felt.

Some useful tips

To ensure that essential oil brings maximum benefits, follow these rules:

• Do not exceed the permissible dosage, otherwise there is a risk of damaging the mucous membrane
• After the procedure, do not eat for an hour
• Oil floss and use it to prevent tooth decay
• If your goal is to whiten your teeth, try to drink less coffee and black tea
• During pregnancy and lactation, it is better to refrain from procedures
• Those allergic to thyme and celery should exercise caution.
• Do not buy a product that causes you doubts. The ether must be of high quality and natural

A beautiful smile and clean breath indicate good health.

Tea tree essential oil will make your teeth snow-white and give you self-confidence. Try this remedy and see how effective it is!

Contraindications for use

Despite its mild effects, tea tree oil is an active substance that, if handled improperly, can cause harm to you.

Therefore, it is so important to follow the following recommendations:

• Monitor your body’s reaction after the procedure, the oil can cause irritation to the gums;
• Do not swallow tea tree oil under any circumstances - it can burn the esophagus;
• make sure that you do not have allergic reactions; before using the drug, perform a sensitivity test (apply a couple of drops to your forearm and wait 7-8 minutes);
• Diluting with olive oil will help reduce the likelihood of an allergic reaction;
• do not use this type of whitening every day, take breaks between courses;
• Whitening teeth with tea tree oil is prohibited for pregnant women, nursing mothers and children under 10 years of age;
• do not use expired product.

Professional home whitening

We are talking about whitening using individual trays and gel. This method is no worse than the laser method or photobleaching, but has fundamental differences:

• can be used independently after consulting a doctor
• gentle concentration of active substances allows you to gently whiten teeth
• The duration of the course depends on the desired result

An individual mouthguard developed in the laboratory using impressions of your teeth is quickly put on and fits tightly, allowing the gel to effectively act on each tooth from the outside and inside. This is the main advantage of individual kits over standard mouth guards from a pharmacy.

All you have to do is get your personal whitening gel trays from your dentist, fill the tray with the product at home, place it on your clean teeth, and wear it as directed, day or night, whichever is most convenient for you. After just a few procedures you will notice the result. Easy, simple and safe, even for sensitive enamel.

You can start home whitening after professional hygiene and fluoridation procedures. Lightening clean and strong teeth up to 10 shades at home is absolutely possible.

Teeth whitening with tea oil: reviews

Anna M.

I whitened my teeth for a whole week, enduring the cloying taste and numbness of my tongue. But it was worth it - my teeth really became lighter. Of course, they are not snow-white, but I didn’t really expect that. In addition, my gums stopped bleeding. I will continue to clean with oil once a week, this is an excellent prevention, in my opinion.

Inna

Do not forget that you should be careful with oil, it can burn the mucous membrane of the mouth and damage the enamel. In my opinion, professional pastes are simpler and more effective. They strengthen teeth and remove yellow plaque.

Pauline

I tried it and liked everything. You don’t need anything special, and the oil is quite affordable, a bottle lasts a long time. I didn’t encounter any particular problems, and my teeth actually became lighter. The taste in the mouth, of course, is not the most pleasant, but tolerable.

Victoria N.

Good recipes, I especially liked the version with lemon oil - the result becomes noticeable much faster.

Glory

The oil is quite aggressive, after a couple of cleanings I began to notice some unpleasant sensations, so I stopped everything. It’s better to use a special paste or, for example, strips if you want whiter teeth.

Elena V.

I tested several recipes in my own experience, everything works fine. I cleaned it for about a month once, sometimes twice a week. The result is satisfactory, although, of course, you cannot achieve a Hollywood smile.