The most aesthetic, and fashionable, way of improving your smile is through Teeth Whitening. Having white teeth has become more than a fad, but rather a necessity, and having perfect teeth is no longer just the product of Hollywood stars. With demand being how it is, dentists saw a chance to improve the average person’s smile and do it at a much cheaper rate. This allows everyone the chance to get the smile they always wanted.
Getting a whitening treatment is simple and what great results. The tooth whitening is based on reducing the tooth shade so this is whiter and brighter. There are several teeth whitening treatments. The most common involves applying a cold light and a 35% hydrogen peroxide solution to the teeth. After this step, the patient must wear splints fitted with a carbamide peroxide solution for two weeks, about 40 minutes each day to extend and fix the results.
There are household treatments available as well such as pastes, gels and so on, which can be useful in some cases. However, it is important that you use these under the guidance of your local dentist. They will advise on all reports, the pros and cons, etc.
Obsessed with white teeth
Showing off a “Hollywood” smile can become an obsession, but having a white smile does not always mean having a healthy mouth. Abusing the bleaching treatment may damage the surface layers of the tooth, making it more porous, which may cause damage to the nerve roots. In addition, Teeth Whitening is not forever. You need to have good oral hygiene and good eating habits to ensure your teeth do not yellow over time:
• Foods like coffee, soda, tea or red wine stain your teeth due to the added caffeine. If you cannot do without them, at least try to drink them with a straw, so the fluid bypasses the teeth.
• Tobacco is another causes dental darkening and staining. You must stop this habit after getting your teeth whitened if you want your teeth to remain white.
The best way to see if you are ready for dental whitening is to visit your local cosmetic dentist to weigh the pros and cons. For more information contact Joseph A. Schell D.D.S. S.C. Today
