A History of Teeth Whitening, from Ancient Rome to Today

Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments that there is, and that has a lot to do not just with the number of people who are interested in brightening their smile, but in the remarkable efficacy of the treatment.

However, while the demand has always been there, whitening treatments haven’t always been as sophisticated as they are today. There’s a long history that has brought this treatment to where it is now. If you’re curious, here’s a little bit more information around where teeth whitening came from, and how it developed over time.