TEETH WHITENING
Everything You Need To Know
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic procedure meant to enhance the color of your teeth. The teeth can become discolored overtime due to coffee, tea, smoking and chewing tobacco.Teeth whitening is one of the most effective, easiest and economical ways to enhance your smile. It's very important to talk to your dentist before deciding to whiten your teeth because whiteners may not correct all type of discoloration. Some discoloration can be caused within the teeth.
There are various methods to whiten your teeth, the two most common are At-home approach with over the counter products and in-office treatment.
AT-HOME WHITENING
Many people use over the counter gels or strips to get their smile whiter. The main component of these products are 6-10% of hydrogen peroxide. They can be be very effective at removing surface stains, but you have to do it yourself. It's very important to read and follow the direction properly. If the directions are not followed properly it can cause damage to the enamel and tooth sensitivity can occur.
IN-OFFICE TREATMENT
This is the best option when it comes to teeth whitening. It's also the fastest. In-office treatment is done in a dental clinic where dentist can assess the overall health of your teeth and can recommend appropriate procedure. At times dentist won't perform the whitening due sensitivity they will recommend a tooth paste which will help you to minimize the sensitivity and after using the toothpaste for instructed period of time the sensitivity is eliminated or minimized and the teeth whitening procedure can occur without any discomfort.
Your teeth can come out evenly white with in-office procedure than at home procedure. The dentist use more powerful whitening gel with special lighting tools that can speed up the process effectively.
AFTER CARE YOU NEED
There are some things you need to keep in mind after teeth whitening. The point of teeth whitening is to keep the teeth bright. However there are lot of food and drinks that can cause stain or make the teeth yellow.
*Avoid food and drinks such as berries, hard candies, coffee, tea, wines and some sports drinks.
If there is no way to avoid these drinks use straw to limit contact with with teeth.
* Smoking and tobacco use are another main culprit when it comes to teeth discoloration. So eliminating both can truly improve your smile and diminish the risk of getting oral cancer.
So one of the best way to keep your teeth healthier and brighter is by brushing and flossing your teeth everyday twice for 2 min. Practice good oral hygiene before and after teeth whitening to keep your smile white.
Choose the safe method and smile brighter.
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