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Normally, natural color of teeth is in a range of light grayish to yellow but teeth can be darken from the smoking of cigarette, drinking coffee and tea and some foods. Although teeth are not completely white, teeth whitening is the option for those who desire to have a brighter smile.
Normally, natural color of teeth is in a range of light grayish to yellow but teeth can be darken from the smoking of cigarette, drinking coffee and tea and some foods. Although teeth are not completely white, teeth whitening is the option for those who desire to have a brighter smile. This method is safe and effective. Some patient may experience slight gum irritation or teeth sensitivity which will resolve after treatment end. Before starting this treatment, patients must see the dentists. Then the dentists will discuss with you whether you have to do or not. When you decide to do teeth whitening, the dentists will give you the idea of the teeth whitening procedure. There are several ways of teeth whitening procedures. Laser Whitening The procedure can be performed entirely at the dentist's office. Dentists use a whitening gel applied on the surfaces of the teeth and light is used to make a crystals in whitening gel to absorb the light and penetrate the teeth enamel to increase the lightening of the teeth. This treatment can work in one day. The process normally takes about two hours to finish. Whitening lasts one to three years depending on how many cups of coffee, glasses of cola, red wine you drink in each day Tray Whitening This treatment actually does at home as well as it is easy to use and cost less. The dentists will advise this whitening outfit and mouth-tray. The dentist makes a custom mouth tray for the patient. The custom mouth tray is a very important component of the treatment. At the beginning, you put a small amount of whitening gel in a tray. After that you wear for about one or two hours a day. This process usually will take two or three weeks to see the full whitening teeth. And after that you will return to dentist for a follow up visit Teeth Whitening is not suitable for everyone - You already have crowns or bridges because their colors will not bright when whitened.
- You are pregnant.
- You smoke cigarette and drink alcohol regularly.
Advantages: People typically have their teeth whitened to improve their appearance. When people have a brighter smile, they tend to smile more often and are more confident. Whitening can be seen by those around you immediately. And it is also the quickest way Disadvantages: Although whitening is very effective, there can be short term disadvantages, such as sore gums or teeth from the bleach. This will disappear when stop whitening. Some individuals are more sensitive to chemical. If you are one of them, explain to your dentist so that you can be tested for sensitivity to the solution In cases of serious teeth discoloration, whitening may not be the best choice. Veneers or crowns may be the better choice. Whitening is usually the first solution to try due to its lower cost.Some people are not comfortable from wearing the mouth tray. It typically goes away in short period of time, but if you worry about the problem with the fit of your mouth tray, call your dentist's office. They can often make small adjustments to eliminate the problem. And patient will require two or four visits to the dentist office. |
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 30 October 2007 )
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