Teeth Whitening
Teeth stains are inevitable due to our consumption of a
variety of foods and drinks (soda, spicy food, coffee, etc.).
However, advanced teeth whitening technology has enabled
dentists to whiten teeth without adversely affecting the tooth
structure.
Almost all whitening methods are similar in
concept, but some are much more effective because of the way the
whitening material is delivered to the teeth. Another
contributing factor is the concentration of the material, which
is why less potent over-the-counter whitening systems usually
don’t give patients the results they are hoping for.
The
two main methods of professional whitening are tray whitening
and in-office whitening. In tray whitening, an impression is
taken and a custom tray is made for the patient. Then, a supply
of whitening gel is given to the patient and he/she wears the
tray for a few hours each day (techniques differ) for a period
of time until an acceptable result is achieved. Sensitivity of
the teeth is a normal side-effect of this whitening method and
is almost always transitional.
On the other hand,
in-office whitening is the most efficient means of whitening.
There are a number of different types used, but the process is
very similar for these methods; you can have your teeth whitened
in one session and achieve significant results. Your dentist can
give you more detailed information and help you decide which
method is more suitable for you and your teeth.
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