Teeth Bleaching Offers Patients A Brand New Smile

By Sherry Gross


People who are bashful about smiling due to teeth that are less than pearly white, can say goodbye to this problem with just a visit to the dentist. Rather than throwing away money on less effective commercial products that claim to whiten teeth, these individuals can choose a professional teeth bleaching procedure which can be done either at the dentist's office or with a handy, take-home whitening kit.

Before a dentist will recommend a patient for whitening, he or she will examine the teeth and determine if the person is a good candidate for this procedure. Patients who have artificial frontal restorations, intrinsic stains on the inner layer of the teeth, or have very sensitive teeth or worn enamel may be better suited to another approach.

In-office whitening is a procedure performed by the dentist or hygienist which takes about an hour. Some patients may decide to undergo a second application for even whiter teeth, but the results are typically quite satisfying. The gum tissues are protected using a shield or gel, and the whitening formula is then applied and a blue light is aimed at it to activate the ingredients. It is rinsed off after an hour to reveal the final results.

Patients who choose the take-home kit will first visit the dentist to have a mouth impression made, which is sent to a dental lab where a custom-made whitening tray set will be fashioned. On the next appointment the patient will be given the trays, along with the bleaching agent, and the dentist will explain how to use it correctly. Generally, the trays need to be worn for at least a half-hour daily, over a period of two weeks.

This approach to whitening offer many benefits to those who decide to go ahead with it. Overall, it restores a person's confidence in his or her appearance, improving their looks and making them even appear younger. It's versatility means that not only can it be easily customized, but it may also be applied in combination with other forms of cosmetic dentistry, and it produces quite dramatic and fast results.

Patients appreciate that these whitening methods take so little time but still work well. It only takes an hour for patients who select the in-office treatment to enjoy teeth that are as much as eight shades whiter. Those who opt for the at-home approach, can also anticipate great results, although it takes several days but allows the patient to stay home and do other activities during the bleaching process.

It is the choice of many patients also because it tends to cost less than other procedures such as crowns, porcelain veneers, and bridgework, and it is also less invasive. A safe procedure, there is still the slight risk that some people will experience irritation if they are sensitive to the whitening formula. These professional treatments carry less risk of side effects than their commercial counterparts do however.

Results of the whitening can vary from one patient to another depending on several factors. The extent and depth of the staining, natural enamel shade, and method of whitening used all affect the final outcome of the procedure. The patient's lifestyle habits will also influence the results as well and can contribute to how quickly they will fade. Smoking, drinking coffee, tea, or red wine, and certain medications can cause new stains over time.




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