Children today are bombarded with dazzling white teeth from celebrities like Britney Spears or Miley Cyrus. They may feel the need to be just like them and want just as white teeth as they do. But how young is too young for teeth whitening?
Dentists are now becoming concerned that children as young as 7 are using teeth whitening systems. Since most home teeth whitening systems have a bleaching agent, children should be advised not to use such teeth whitening systems. Children teeth are still growing and are sensitive. If your children want whiter teeth, use natural home remedies such as strawberries or baking soda. You can suggest white strips or other bleaching agents when your child is a teenager or older.