I tan at Hollywood Tans and I noticed that my smile was brighter after a few sessions. I've been holding my mouth open and smiling during the session to see if it really does work. Is this possible or is just my imagination?
2007-10-05 08:18:18 · 5 answers · asked by Jen 1 in Health ➔ Dental
THIS IS A COMMON BELIEF. WHAT IS ACTUALLY HAPPENING IS THAT THE VISUAL CONTRAST BETWEEN A TOASTY SKIN SEEN AGAINST A SMILE WILL MAKE THE TEETH APPEAR BRIGHTER.
IN REALITY THIS DOESN'T AFFECT THE TRUE SHADE, VALUE OR HUE OF THE TEETH THEMSELVES.
2007-10-05 08:46:07 · answer #1 · answered by Dr. Albert, DDS, (USA) 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, it's just because your skin is darker that makes your teeth look whiter. I would advise against smiling while tanning, though, because then you will stay whiter in the creases caused by smiling. You will have a nice tan but with white smile lines.
2007-10-05 09:49:06 · answer #2 · answered by LaLa 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your tan skin is making your teeth look brighter. They do have teeth whitening kits that you can use while in the tanning bed though. I've never tried it but I know it's out there.
2007-10-05 08:22:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, tanning cannot whiten your teeth. They will probably look whiter and brighter though because your skin is tanner, though. Best of luck!
2007-10-05 08:49:49 · answer #4 · answered by ♥ meme ♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they probably look whiter because your skin is darker silly
2007-10-05 08:21:20 · answer #5 · answered by Julie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋