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Teeth Whitening at Home or in the Dentist’s Office? What’s Better For Me?

September 19, 2015 by admin

There are plenty of teeth whitening methods available and all of them guarantees whiter, brighter smile.  However, when it comes to teeth whitening, as a patient, you have two options, i.e. in-office-based teeth bleaching, or at-home care. Both the teeth whitening treatments are equally effective, but entirely depends on one’s preference and convenience which one to choose. Just like other patients, if you are too confused about which teeth whitening method is good for you, then keep reading the blog to find out the answer.

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At Home Teeth Whitening Products

1.    Whitening Rinses : They are quite easy to use. To whiten your yellow teeth, all you need to do is spin it around in your mouth for approximately a minute. During the swirl, the whitening agents in the product are exposed to your teeth (for a very short time) to brighten the choppers gradually. Whitening rinses help prevent new stains after you whiten your teeth.

2.    Teeth Whitening Toothpaste : Teeth whitening toothpaste is easily available in the market. This toothpaste has ingredients to clear the surface stains even with the gentle brushing to offer gradual brightening. However, some patients have reported teeth sensitivity after a prolonged use of a teeth whitening toothpaste.

3.    Teeth Whitening Gel Strips : Gel strips are another way to whiten your yellow, stained teeth. All you need to do is to put them on your teeth once a day for approximately two hours. Depending upon the concentration of the teeth whitening agents in the product, it may take around 10 to 20 days to whiten your teeth completely.

4.    Whitening Trays : These are filled with a gel that you fit over your teeth. Teeth Whitening Trays are known for instant results. But, the whitening trays available in the market aren’t custom made; hence, there are chances of gum damage. Therefore, ensure you strictly follow the instructions mentioned on the package before using them.

In–Office Teeth Whitening Methods

If you opt for in-office teeth whitening methods, then the most common method that you will come across is the one in which the custom­–made trays are filled with bleaching solution that fit determinedly over your teeth. As the entire whitening process is under the observation of expert dentists, a highly concentrated bleaching solution is being used compared to what’s found in home kits. Your dentist may also suggest the use of a light or heat source to speed up the process.

Which Is Right for Me?

According to the dentists at Smile Perfectors – a Dental Clinic in Tysons Corner, “If your teeth and gums are in healthy and excellent condition, then you can go for an “At Home Teeth Whitening Method”. According to them, at home teeth whiteners are easy to use and comparatively inexpensive.” Further, dentists at Smile Perfectors also added, “If you are teeth or gum are sensitive, then visit a dental clinic for assistance.”

If you are a pregnant woman or nursing and anyone with untreated tooth decay or gum problems, then avoid the use of teeth whiteners. Patients with sensitive teeth should talk to your dentist first.

For teeth whitening treatment in Tysons Corner, Virginia, please visit https://smileperfectors.com/page/whitening.

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