Teeth whitening is a popular service request at DDII. Specifically, “When respondents were asked, ‘What would you like to improve most about your smile?'” the majority of them said their teeth. Whiter and brighter teeth was the most popular answer.
When you meet someone, they will remember your smile. Here are five things to know before deciding to whiten your teeth.
1. Cause of Tooth Discoloration
The teeth discoloration could have occurred for various reasons. Some meals and drinks have a well-known tendency to discolour teeth. Teeth will become discoloured from beverages such red wine, coffee, and tea. The coloured dyes in these drinks will stain your teeth. The nicotine and tar in cigarettes will leave yellow and brown streaks.
However, time is also an element. Teeth lose some of their white enamel coating and more of the yellow dentin beneath becomes visible as we get older.
Some antihistamines, antibiotics, high blood pressure medicine, and chemotherapy have been linked to tooth discoloration.
2. The Process of Teeth Bleaching
Hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide are used in the bleaching process known as teeth whitening. The staining agents are degraded by an oxidation reaction.
3. Choices for Teeth Whitening
Whitening your teeth professionally at your dentist’s office is the quickest and safest option. Whitening chemicals with a higher concentration are utilised under a dentist’s watchful eye. Your gums are shielded because they would be harmed if exposed to the chemicals used in this procedure. In some cases, the effectiveness of the treatment might be increased by using a specialised light or laser. This procedure can whiten your teeth by up to 10 shades in less than 90 minutes.
DDII uses a gentle, proprietary substance that can brighten your teeth several shades in only one appointment. With our teeth bleaching and whitening services, years of discoloration can be erased in just one visit. You can also think about doing something at home. These include more dilute versions of the bleaching chemicals found in trays and strips. Although these aids do the job, they are no match for professional dental care.
Strips to Whiten Teeth
Whitening strips are a convenient and affordable option for anyone looking to whiten their teeth at home. They are a narrow strip of material that has been coated with a gel made from hydrogen peroxide. For optimal effects, the strips should be worn for 30 minutes twice weekly for 14 days.
Whitening strips may not work as well for you if your teeth are slightly misaligned. If you have crooked or overlapped teeth, you may notice untreated spots because they were made for people with flawless smiles. It’s also possible that the strips won’t seal properly.
Trays for bleaching teeth
Teeth whitening trays can be more successful than whitening strips or toothpastes, but they cost more. After filling the tray with whitening gel, you’ll wear it for 30 minutes up to overnight, every day, for a few weeks.
Teeth whitening trays sold in stores are notoriously ill-fitting and painful. If your dentist provides this service, you can get whitening trays made specifically for your teeth, which will hold less gel and be more comfortable to use.
Teeth Bleaching Products for the Oral Hygiene
There is an abundance of whitening toothpastes on the market. They include moderate abrasives in them, so they can get rid of stains on the surface. The main difference between them and bleaches is that they won’t lighten your teeth. They are only effective at removing superficial stains from teeth.
Whitening toothpastes and rinses are the simplest and most cost-effective method of whitening teeth, as they merely need the user to swap out their regular toothpaste with a different brand. However, toothpastes and rinses take longer to work and only lighten teeth by a shade or two. Furthermore, the effects don’t remain as long as they would with other tooth whitening techniques.
4. Not all teeth can be whitened successfully.
Yellow teeth bleach the best, brown teeth the least, and grey or purple teeth may not bleach at all. If your tooth discolouration is due to medicine or a dental injury, you may not see any results using whitening products.
Crowns, fillings, caps, and veneers also will not change colour as a result of whitening treatments.
5. Potential Drawbacks of Teeth Whitening
Tooth sensitivity is the most frequently reported problem after using whitening solutions. This occurs because the whitening substance has made its way through the enamel and is irritating the tooth’s pulp. The effect is temporary, so you can try applying it again after it wears off.
Overuse can harm your gums and tooth enamel, so make sure to follow the advice on the box or talk to your dentist before using any at-home products.
Have a Discussion with Your Dentist About Teeth Whitening
Before whitening your teeth, it is usually best to consult with your dentist. Your dentist may evaluate the current state (and colour) of your teeth and provide you professional advice on whether or not the procedure would be beneficial. Contact us right now to get a professional help.
