subject: Take-home Teeth Whitening Is Best Option For Perfect Smile [print this page] Are your teeth stained or discolored? Tried whitening toothpaste but it hasn't made enough of a difference? To successfully whiten your teeth, you may want to consider going with the most successful method: take-home teeth whitening.
Why Take-Home Whitening?
For patients looking to whiten their teeth, there are a few different options. Some people simply decide to brush their teeth twice daily with whitening toothpaste. This method can be effective in slightly altering the shade of your teeth, but people looking for a more drastic change will not be satisfied with this method. Other people decide to use over the counter whitening products to save money. This method can be effective, but there is possibility for user error and generally it can be more time-consuming.
Some patients can also use take home kits that they receive from their dentist to whiten their teeth. With this method, patients can whiten their teeth in the comfort of their own homes. When a patient decides to utilize the at-home whitening trays, he or she reduces much of the risk of using any of the other options. Since dental professionals who have executed many tooth-whitening procedures in the past create it, the possibility for error is extremely low and quality work is guaranteed. When used as directed, dentist-dispensed whitening trays can be extremely successful. In the long run, they can sometimes be more successful than in-office whitening.
How The Process Works
Once you have decided to come into the dentist's office to get your teeth whitened, the dentist will start by polishing your teeth to remove any plaque that is on the surface of the teeth. Next the dentist will create a mold of your teeth in order to create custom mouth trays to properly fit your teeth. Once the trays are completed, you will take them and the bleaching agent home to begin your whitening process in the comfort of your own home. While you watch TV, prepare dinner, or simply read a book, you can successfully whitening your smile. For the 24 hours following the procedure, the patient should avoid eating or drinking anything that could stain the teeth, including coffee, wine or soy sauce.
A couple weeks after your whitening treatment has been in effect, your dentist may have you come in for a brief visit or two to allow your dentist to ensure that you are properly performing the home treatments, in addition to inspecting your gums for irritation. Remember, teeth whitening is subjective, with results varying considerably from person to person.
By deciding to come in to the dentist's office for custom take-home tooth whitening, you can get your perfectly white smile sooner than expected. Contact your Fenton dentist for information about scheduling an appointment to create your whiter smile today.
