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Pearly whites are usually pretty high on most people’s beauty wish lists and with so many at-home whitening options out there, a whiter, brighter smile feels very achievable.
But it’s no secret that many teeth whitening powders – particularly the DIY options – aren’t always the best thing for our teeth in the long run, with abrasive formulas that can weaken teeth and potentially damage enamel.
MySweetSmile’s teeth-whitening powder, that’s not only an Amazon bestseller but also has a wealth of glowing reviews online, has been hailed as having ‘amazing results after a week’, with brand claiming to deliver results without the damage.
Its USP is that it aims to lighten teeth without increasing sensitivity caused by harsher ingredients.
But, does the product live up to its aims?
Well, for starters there’s the science behind MySweetSmile’s formula.
What makes MySweetSmile different to other teeth-whitening powders?
The powder’s key ingredient is a chemical called Phthalimidoperoxycaproicacid (or PAP for short), which the brand found – after years of research – oxidises tooth stains without releasing harmful molecules, known as free radicals.
This teeth-whitening powder also contains Strontium Chloride, which aims to prevent tooth sensitivity.
Many other at-home teeth whitening products contain Hydrogen Peroxide, which is only intended for use by dentists and can cause damage to the tooth enamel if used incorrectly – a chemical you won’t find on the powder’s ingredients list.
What do the reviews say about MySweetSmile?
The reviews online are overwhelmingly positive for MySweetSmile, with many users commenting on how fast-acting the results are.
One fan of the product wrote: ‘Amazing results after a week. I was a little sceptical but it’s amazing. My teeth are starting to look much whiter.’
While another customer wrote: ‘I bought this last week, am on day 4 and already noticing a considerable difference.’
When our own writer Claire Eaton-Rutter put MySweetSmile to the test, the results were also promising.
‘I don’t have an instant Hollywood smile but that’s not what my goal is, the goal is to have a brighter smile which I’m getting,’ she concluded. ‘I’m going to keep using it and will most likely buy another pot.’
Claire also commented that the taste is like ‘something straight out of the dentist’, which is ‘weirdly comforting’ and that not only did her teeth look brighter, but they felt ‘cleaner’ too. Another plus.
While we’re sceptical of products that make such bold promises without any obvious drawbacks, for many the proof is in the pudding with this one, with so many glowing reports.
Importantly, what does a dentist say about home teeth-whitening?
We spoke with the founder of Bespoke Smile, and leading cosmetic dentist, Dr Sam Jethwa, The Vice President of The British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, who weighed in on at-home teeth-whitening.
When it comes to the potential for harm, Dr Jethwa warns that ‘some at-home teeth whitening products can be harmful to teeth because they have high levels of chemicals such as peroxide which can, when used in the wrong hands, damage the delicate tooth enamel.’
Dr Jethwa went on: ‘Recently I have also been made aware of many so-called Teethtok trends which involve at-home teeth whitening which are extremely damaging to teeth – consequently I would strongly advise against them.
‘One trend, in particular, suggested different ways to perform DIY teeth brightening at home. They include using hydrogen peroxide, water, lemon juice and even Mr Clean Magic Eraser. Many of these TikTok DIY home whitening hacks pose huge risks to the teeth enamel, which once it’s eroded, doesn’t repair itself as well as of course our health in general.’
For safe and effective whitening, Dr Jethwa explains they use hydrogen peroxide 6%, or carbamide peroxide 10-16%, ‘which slowly breaks down when used in overnight trays into 6% hydrogen peroxide. This is safe when administered by an experienced and qualified dentist, using correctly bespoke made trays, and your enamel is assessed to be appropriate’.
What ingredients should we avoid when it comes to at-home teeth whitening?
Dr Jethwa advises: ‘When it comes to at-home teeth whitening we should definitely avoid home remedies because they either won’t work or can be harmful. Never use acids at home such as lemon juice to whiten the teeth, as this will cause tooth wear and damage.’
Check out MySweetSmile here.
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