subject: How To Choose The Best Home Teeth Whitening Products [print this page] People say that teeth whitening started to become more mainstream when it was featured on the TV sitcom Seinfeld during the 1990s. Television, after all, is the brewing pot for all things popular.
Teeth whitening is kind of like a virus. Even in rough economic times, this industry still persists, and even grows stronger as years pass. Even our ancestors utilized some kind of teeth whitening processes. It's almost like a human instinct, the need to beautify ourselves. People need and want to feel confident about their appearances, and in this modern world, even the smallest detail can make a huge difference.
Today, coffee and tea have become a staple in our daily lives. Wine has been and will always be part of social gatherings. Some people swear they can't get enough of dark chocolate. And some people, have cigarette smoking as a vice. Be it good or bad, all these things have progressed to become a part of our culture. So instead of staying away from all these teeth-staining foods and beverages, we look for a great product that can reverse their negative effects.
Aside from the above causes, many people experience teeth discolorations because of advanced age, medication use, or even from the natural accumulation of food pigments. These processes may be inevitable, but we sure can do something to help lessen the staining. There are many teeth whitening products and services available. Most people will find it difficult to choose among the wide array of choices, but the main objective is to achieve that whiter crowd-stopping smile, and at the same time have natural-looking pearly whites.
There are a lot of factors to consider when choosing teeth whitening products. These include its effectivity and safety, comfort, and user-friendliness. Most people opt for the ones that they feel most comfortable using. In addition to the above factors, try also to keep these things in mind when browsing and before making your final decision: the company manufacturing the product, the process of making the product, its quality, and its strength.
Described in this article are several different ways to whiten your teeth. Teeth whitening products can be classified into seven categories: professional strength tray bleaching systems, boil-and-bite tray bleaching systems, non-moldable tray bleaching systems, whitening sprays, whitening strips, brush-on gels, as lastly, whitening toothpaste. Separately, are light/heat-activated systems that you can only get in a dentist's clinic.
Firstly, you should be aware of which ones to avoid. These would be the over-the-counter gels and light/heat treatments from the dentist. Let's tackle the gels first. Over-the-counter gels take a very long time to work. It may take up to 14 days in order for you to achieve the level of whitening you desire. Even if you're not in a hurry, why would you wait if you can have results in a much shorter span of time? Also, many people complain that they are just not very effective and were disappointed with the results.
Next, we'll talk about the laser light treatments that you can get at a dentist's office. Many patients have reported extreme pain and sensitivity after the procedure, even to the point that they have difficulty eating solid foods. Although laser light treatments are very effective, sometimes it can be too effective. Some patients end up getting eerie-looking, unnaturally white teeth. They complain that they often get teased about their smiles being too blinding. Lastly, this procedure is quite expensive. The whole thing can run up to $600, and not many people can afford to spend a small fortune on their physical appearance.
According to reviews, companies known for manufacturing great whitening strips, also produced excellent toothpastes. But their whitening gels weren't as good. The gels have a tendency to slide off the teeth after application, and so the formula mostly ended up getting spit out or swallowed in. Many people reported that the brush-on gels, whitening sprays and toothpastes don't yield very good results. However, toothpastes containing small amounts of whitening compounds may help for maintenance, plus you can use it together with your usual oral care routines.
Most customers choose the custom-fit teeth whitening kit to be their favorite. These come with a boil-and-bite, a temporary tray that you can use for the meantime while waiting for your custom-fit tray. But remember not to use the temporary one for long. In addition to possibly getting an uneven result, the boil-and-bites will get uncomfortable if used for a long time. This might take around 3 days after you've sent your teeth impressions to the laboratory.
This custom-fit tray is absolutely essential to the entire whitening process. This device helps to hold the whitening gel firmly and evenly to every surface of your teeth, ensuring uniform bleaching all over. This is what they call "full curing." Here is a tip, though. Try getting your custom-fit tray at an on-site dental laboratory rather than from your dentist's office. They will definitely be a lot cheaper, but work just as well.
Using this home whitening kit is quite effective, resulting in up to 10 shades whiter. These kits contain different strengths of carbamide peroxide, usually between 22% and 44%. These concentrations are about 400 times the levels found in over-the-counter whitening gels, but are still within a safe range. Additionally, most kits come with a full money-back guarantee. If you're not satisfied with the results, they refund your money. Also, you can get whitening kits that come in mint-flavor varieties for a more exciting and pleasurable experience.
Home teeth whitening kits are pretty user-friendly and easy to use. They come with manuals explaining the entire process step-by-step. Just follow the directions on the manual carefully. Don't put too much formula on the mouth trays that they overflow, and take the trays off after the recommended duration. If you don't, you risk damaging your teeth or gums. Keep all these pointers in mind and you will be on your way to a whiter, healthier-looking smile.
After you've found out the system that best works for you, remember to always practice good oral health habits. Brush and floss your teeth every after a meal, and visit your dentist regularly for a professional cleaning that can scour even the deepest recesses of your gums. After all, that's the essence of true beauty: it's all about what lies underneath.
