Whiter teeth are what so many individuals want. They want the cosmetics that celebrities have, and this includes having whiter teeth to make a more beautiful smile. There are several methods of tooth whitening available, and most see at least moderate improvement.
In-office tooth whitening requires a visit to your dentist. You can achieve maximum results in a very short period of time if opting for this route. It costs around $650 per visit.
The dentist will utilize a peroxide gel that will be applied to the teeth. The gums will be avoided via the usage of a rubber dam. The gel will stay on your teeth for about fifteen to twenty minutes at a time, going up to an hour maximum. This is continued until you get the results you want as long as you do not exceed an hour of time.
It is possible to get a take-home kit to do the teeth whitening yourself at home. These take longer to see results, but they do provide results. The kits range in cost from $100 to $400 dollars.
A peroxide gel is provided that is much lower in concentration than the gel your dentist would use in the office. The gel will go on the teeth either up to an hour or overnight. It is put on with bleaching trays that will sit on your teeth during the process.
It is important to note that there are over-the-counter kits available for purchase in most major drug stores or retailers that sell dental hygiene products. This is the most convenient option, but often, results are only seen on the front of the tooth. These kits cost anywhere from $20 to $100 depending on the brand and gel concentration.
These products also utilize gel with a much lower concentration than the professional kits. It is applied via trays that are not customized to your teeth, strips or other applicators. None of the products are customized to you.
Shade guides will assist you in understanding the results you want. A dentist will measure the results utilizing the shade guide if you get the whitening done through a professional kit or dentist visit. The Vitapan Classic Shade Guide has sixteen shades to assist the dentist.
Some treatments have the ability to whiten teeth up to nine shades. Most individuals who get these cosmetic procedures done, however, only see two to seven shades of lightening. This is dependent upon the individual person's needs and the type of treatment utilized.
There are certain risks associated with these treatments. They are safe if all directions and warnings are followed carefully. Despite this, however, there are certain risks to be made aware of.
Some individuals are more sensitive to temperature and pressure after undergoing this cosmetic procedure, most often when a dentist performs the procedure. Over half of individuals who undergo the treatments have gum irritation from the peroxide or trays; this may last for several days. It will stop when the treatment is stopped. Finally, if you have crowns or veneers, the color will not be changed.
When undergoing this cosmetic procedure, it is important to want to maintain your whiter smile. There are certain ways to ensure that your whitening effects last as long as possible. Utilize maintenance whitening treatments when they are needed so long as you are following warnings, even if it is only once a year. It is also important to try to not consume dark food and beverage items with a potential for staining, and if you do, drink dark sodas and teas with straws. Be sure your dental hygiene habits are up to par as well.
Tooth whitening is a cosmetic procedure that many undergo to obtain a more beautiful smile. Dentist visits provide the most effective results though they are the most expensive. There are options for over-the-counter kits, but these will require patience with the results. It is important to take care of your results and your mouth by following all protocol and performing maintenance after the procedure.
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