The Safest Treatment for Brightening Your Dull, Yellowing Teeth
REMOVING DISCOLORATION FOR WHITER TEETH
Consuming sodas or certain other staining drinks throughout your day can help keep you awake, but it definitely isn't helping your smile. Years of stains from foods and drinks can lead to yellowed or brown teeth. Even consistently brushing and flossing twice a day still might not be enough to give you the Hollywood smile you want. Following are some popular tooth whitening treatments at varying prices, both medical-grade and store-bought products, to help you achieve a whiter smile that will light up Cedar Hill, TX.
THE BEST SMILE STARTS WITH PROPER BRUSHING
Regularly brushing your teeth, flossing, and using a dental rinse is a good place to begin. In addition, it's smart to pack a travel-sized dental hygiene kit in your tote or backpack to keep handy at work or school. Whenever you visit the bathroom or take a break, give your teeth a quick once over. Beyond taking care of your general oral hygiene, you'll also be whitening your teeth.
DIY TEETH WHITENING CHOICES
When you opt for an over-the-counter product to brighten your teeth, you will often see slightly noticeable changes in color by just applying these treatments on top of your regular brushing, flossing, and mouthwash regimen. At many retailers and drugstores in Cedar Hill, TX, you can buy numerous kinds of tooth lightening products to try at home, like whitening toothpaste, whitening strips, and bleaching gels. It is always important to thoroughly read the directions included in the box.
- BLEACHING KITS WITH LIGHTS
To increase the power of certain teeth whitening solutions or strips, you can use a particular type of light. LED mouth tray devices should be positioned in the mouth once you have applied your whitening solution or strips. These special mouthpieces have a set application time and must be used only as instructed. - DENTAL TRAYS WITH BRIGHTENING GEL
One-size-fits-most teeth bleaching systems that utilize mouth trays can be bought in several types of stores, and a lot of them have the same appearance as the dental trays provided at a dental practice. Among the major differences between store-bought and professional teeth whitening kits is the personalized fit. The mouth trays in an over-the-counter whitening system may hurt to wear or might give you splotchy results. In addition, the bleaching solutions in over-the-counter systems aren't formulated for your specific goals, so you may develop sensitivity to hot and cold foods and drinks or other problems. - TEETH WHITENING STRIPS OR PENS
Various stores and drug stores have a large selection of different kinds of whitening pens and strips. The strips can be easily placed on your teeth and are pretty hard to detect. The bleaching pen enables you to strategically apply a bleaching solution to your teeth after they are clean and dry. Once you have correctly applied the strip or gel to your teeth, you should not disturb them for the time indicated on the product.
IF DIY PRODUCTS WORK, WHY SHOULD I PAY FOR AN EXPERT PROCEDURE?
It's important to know that over-the-counter teeth whitening options can't give you the same level of results as teeth bleaching treatments performed by your dentist. Store-bought kits are lesser strength, so based on your degree of darkening and if you have any restorations, etc., your final tooth coloring may be visibly uneven. In addition, using these products could lead to inflamed gums and sensitive teeth. Ask your dental professional about nonprofessional teeth whitening kits, how they compare to treatments they have in their practice, and whether they might recommend any of them to reduce your specific discoloration.
IN-OFFICE TEETH WHITENING METHODS
Regular oral exams and professional cleanings not only ensure that your teeth are healthy, but they can also improve the look of your smile. Scraping away the built-up tartar and plaque from your enamel is an easy way to visibly whiten your smile. If you want more noticeable results, ask your dental practitioner about the in-office teeth whitening options they provide. Your dentist may offer laser whitening sessions, professional at-home systems, and ceramic veneers for a full smile upgrade.
- PROFESSIONAL AT-HOME WHITENING PRODUCTS
For patients who would prefer to whiten in the privacy of home, a lot of dental practices offer professional at-home whitening kits. With customized tooth trays and a professional-strength whitening gel selected for your needs, a do-it-yourself whitening kit from your dentist can provide a much more comfortable fit and consistent results. Systems from your dentist are just a much better choice compared to store-bought kits. Once you've applied the whitening solution to the trays, you place them in your mouth for a specific length of time, as instructed by your dental practitioner. Then, you remove the trays, rinse them off, and put them away for the next use. At your next visit, you can get a refill on your whitening gel. You should not combine over-the-counter whitening products with your professional kits because they can cause damage to your trays. You may use an at-home whitening kit alone or to extend your results after an in-office treatment. - DENTIST-PERFORMED LASER TEETH BLEACHING
During an in-office laser whitening procedure, your dentist will first apply a medical-grade whitening gel onto your enamel and then go a step further with a laser light. The heat emitted by the laser activates the whitening solution to produce maximum results. In-office laser whitening is a good choice when you need results in a hurry to get ready for a big event or for those who have dental restorations. Some in-office teeth whitening systems can also reduce internal stains, which retail products can't do. - PORCELAIN VENEERS
For a complete smile makeover to effectively make your teeth brighter and cover other aesthetic issues (for example, chips, extra spacing, excessive staining, and worn-down teeth), dental veneers can be a good treatment. Veneers are tailored to be natural looking and fit perfectly right onto the teeth. Your dentist will need to gently remove a minimal amount of your natural enamel in order to make room for the veneers. When they're in place, you'll have a new, gorgeous smile.
GET YOUR WHITEST, MOST BEAUTIFUL SMILE
Having minimal outcomes or heat and cold sensitivity from retail whitening treatments is quite disappointing. At MINT dentistry in Cedar Hill, we provide custom home whitening kits, in-office treatments, and veneers. Each of these treatments can be customized to achieve your aesthetic goals, so you get stunning results without harming your teeth. Call us to plan a consultation at our practice in Cedar Hill, TX to find out about all of our in-office and at-home whitening treatments to enjoy a glowing, confident smile.