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Should I Get My Teeth Whitened at the Dentist?

Should I get my teeth whitened at the dentist? | Dental Remedies
January 16, 2020

Whitening your teeth is one of the simplest and quickest ways to improve your smile. Wanting whiter teeth is common because there are so many elements of daily life that can lead to surface stains and even deep discoloration. Surface stains can be caused by everyday items like coffee, soda, and even healthy foods like berries. These stains are on the surface which means they will potentially respond to surface stain removal efforts. Other types of discoloration go below the surface of your teeth and must be addressed differently than surface stains. If you have surface stains that you want to remove from your teeth the two main whitening options are in-home and in-office whitening. Both options have their place and can provide you with results. The types of results you can expect will vary dramatically though. Keep reading to learn about the results you can expect from each option and then decide which one is right for you.

Results you can expect from in-home whitening

In-home teeth whitening includes options such as whitening toothpaste, mouthwash, strips, trays, and paint-on gel. Each of these options can offer some level of results. Whitening toothpaste and mouthwash are used on a daily basis and can gradual whiten your teeth over time. You will not see immediate results but may notice a difference with consistent use. You may also find that whitening toothpaste and mouthwash help prevent new stains. Many people choose to use whitening toothpaste and mouthwash because they are easy to incorporate into a daily routine. Whitening strips, trays, and paint-on gel are all designed to work quickly to remove surface level stains. The results you can expect form these options will likely be more noticeable than whitening toothpaste or mouthwash. These whitening options can remove some surface stains but you should not expect to see dramatic results.

Results you can expect from professional whitening

Professional whitening is a process that is done in the dentist’s office. The results you can expect from in-office whitening are much more dramatic than you will get with the in-home options. When you choose professional teeth whitening your teeth can be whitened up to ten shades in as little as 60-minutes of treatment. You can also expect longer-lasting results when you opt for professional whitening over in-home whitening.

How to decide which option is right for you

The right whitening option for you depends on your goal for your teeth. If you want to gradually and slightly whiten your teeth then whitening toothpaste and mouthwash may be enough. If your goal is to remove as much surface stains as possible and get your whitest smile, then professional whitening is the best option.

Professional teeth whitening is a cost effective cosmetic dental procedure that can provide you with dramatically whiter teeth in a short amount of time. If you want dramatically whiter teeth, you should get your teeth whitened at the dentist. You can maximize and extend your professional whitening results with daily whitening efforts such as using whitening toothpaste and mouthwash.

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DR. SHANTA SINGH

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Healthcare has always been a passion of Dr. Shanta Singh’s. A lover of technology, education and fitness, Dr. Singh realized from an early age that her true calling lay in the field of dentistry.

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