Does Urine Whiten Teeth?

Written by Dr. Brian Harris

September 04, 2023

You may have opened up a history textbook on the Roman Empire recently and wondered, ‘Does urine whiten teeth?’

You heard right; urine was once used as a bleaching agent by the ancient Romans to clean their teeth and dye other household items, like their clothing. 

But now, you can turn the page on antiquated teeth whitening methods and explore innovative modern products by SNOW instead, which can offer you whitening solutions that are effective, safe, and taste great too. 

Let’s dive in! 

What this article covers:

The History of Urine in the Roman Empire

In ancient Rome, urine played an unexpected role in daily life. 

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Urine's Role In Roman Industry

Urine was used to clean dirty clothes, thanks to the ammonia found in it. People would earn a living by collecting urine and then using it for purposes like soaking animal skins and tanning animal hides. The urine industry was so significant that a urine tax was even imposed at one point, helping support various trades and contributing to the economy of ancient Rome.

Urine and Teeth Whitening

But did urine make teeth whiter? The ancient Romans certainly brushed their teeth with the stuff, believing that the ammonia in urine could clean and whiten teeth. While it sounds absurd today, it highlights the resourcefulness and innovation of ancient civilizations, even in personal hygiene. 

Why Whitening Products Are the Best Alternative to Urine

Drawing from our experience, though, we must emphasize that using urine to whiten teeth isn’t safe or effective nowadays, and it doesn’t taste that good either. In modern times, we recommend sticking to safe, proven methods and exploring our commercial at-home whitening products. 

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SNOW’s carefully crafted whitening products are tried and tested and are specifically designed to suit your personal needs and preferences. Whether it's daily maintenance or more targeted whitening you're looking for, we've got the best at-home whitening options for you.

Teeth Whitening Strips

Our whitening strips for sensitive teeth are a popular solution that contain active ingredients that effectively penetrates enamel to remove stains. After trying out this product, it’s an excellent example of safe and proven methods for achieving snow white teeth. 

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Whitening Mouthwash

We have found from using this product that our mouthwash teeth whitening solution can maintain a bright smile. With regular brushing, it offers consistent and gentle whitening over time.

Teeth Whitening Kit

Our professional teeth whitening kit includes whitening wands, serum, and an LED mouthpiece to ensure a quick (just 9 minutes a day) and personalized whitening experience.

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Teeth Whitening Foam 

Our teeth foam whitening is a versatile product that offers gentle whitening effects. It works best for people using dental devices like aligners or retainers. It can also be used as a toothpaste or in conjunction with other whitening products, ensuring that your teeth get a consistent dose of whitening agents. 

Teeth Whitening Powder 

Our powder to whiten teeth designed to be sprinkled on any toothpaste, magically boosting its whitening power. It slots easily into your daily brushing routine, ensuring that your teeth get that extra whitening touch every time you brush.

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Teeth Whitening Toothbrush 

Our teeth whitening electric toothbrush is a whitening powerhouse. Its blue LED light technology and multiple brushing modes cater to different needs, ensuring that your teeth aren’t just clean but also get whiter with each use.

Teeth Whitening Toothpaste

Our toothpaste for whitening teeth has two unique flavors (Morning Frost and Midnight Mist) which work day and night to combat tooth stains while whitening and freshening your teeth. 

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Conclusion

While urine was a perfectly conventional form of teeth whitening in the Roman empire, times have changed - and for the better, we think. 

In the modern era, you can rely on SNOW’s teeth whitening products, which are expertly crafted to meet your teeth whitening needs safely, effectively, and deliciously too. 

Try out our affordable, at-home whitening solutions today, and you'll soon be on your way to the beautiful, bright smile you deserve. 

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