I chew gum just about every day. I don’t chew it to whiten my teeth though, I really just chew it because it’s enjoyable, and because it freshens my breath better than just putting a mint in my mouth and calling it a day. I also like it because it keeps my mouth busy. I’m somewhat of a habitual snacker, and I like chewing on things, so for me, sugar free gum is the ultimate weapon against putting on weight because otherwise I’d probably be ten pounds heavier.
However, there are some great new teeth whitening chewing gums that are out on the market, and some people like to use them instead of regular chewing gum because they believe that it helps their teeth keep that white look, and helps to bar stains from happening to the teeth. I’ve tried Trident whitening gum, and I really liked the somewhat baking soda flavor (trust me, it’s not overpowering) it had, because it added freshness to my breath. Not just minty freshness, but I felt like it was actually “deodorizing” my mouth as well.
I do notice when I chew it also, that my teeth kind of feel squeaky clean when I run my tongue over them. This is common after you whiten or polish your teeth too, because they are ultra clean and you can literally feel them squeak when you run your tongue over them. I can’t say I noticed much of a whitening, but I thought it would be good measure to pop one of these tooth whitening gums in your mouth after you drink a cup of coffee or tea.
Not only could it get rid of your coffee breath, but the polishers and bleachers could definitely help to remove stains before they happen. I think it could be terrific as a preventative measure against staining your teeth.
