Teeth whitening involves different treatment procedures that help remove teeth stains. Aging, poor oral hygiene, certain foods, and drinks, or smoking can cause teeth discoloration. The primary goal of teeth whitening is to brighten your smile. Teeth whitening may include at-home options or in-office treatment. Ensure to consult your Houston Advance Dental specialist before using home remedies, as some procedures may contain abrasive products that can harm your gums or make your teeth surface rough. Teeth whitening procedures are effective if you use them correctly. There are various teeth whitening procedures, and here are some.
Tooth whitening strips and gels
Tooth whitening strips and gels contain peroxide-based bleaching products. You apply them to your teeth with a brush or a thin strip. Usually, you apply these strips and gels once or twice daily for ten to fourteen days. The instructions on each type of whitening strip or gel vary depending on the strength of the peroxide. The results of teeth whitening strips and gels can last four or more months.
Tray-based tooth bleaching system
Tray-based therapy involves placing a mouth guard-like tray filled with a peroxide-based bleaching gel over your teeth between one to several hours daily. People often use this whitening option for at least four weeks. The period you use your tray-based tooth whitener depends on the extent of your stains and desired level of whitening. You can purchase tray-based tooth whitening systems over-the-counter or get a customized fit from your dentist.
Tooth whitening toothpaste
Toothpaste is mildly abrasive, so it helps remove stains from your teeth. But whitening kinds of toothpaste also have special polishing agents that help get rid of discoloration from your teeth without including bleaching agents. Tooth whitening kinds of toothpaste brighten your teeth by about one shade. Some whitening types of toothpaste have peroxides, but you cannot leave them on your teeth long enough to have a whitening effect.
Whitening rinses
Whitening rinses are a new teeth-whitening technique. They help freshen your breath and minimize plaque and gum diseases. Some whitening rinses contain hydrogen peroxide, which helps eliminate stains. You swish whitening rinses around your mouth for one minute twice daily before you brush your teeth. It may take three months to see whitening rinses results. Whitening rinses may not be effective as other over-the-counter whitening procedures because they are in contact with your teeth for a short period. You may need to combine whitening rinses with whitening toothpaste for better results.
In-office tooth whitening
Your dentist performs in-office tooth whitening. It can help your teeth become bright faster than other treatment options. The bleaching solution your dentist uses is usually stronger than at-home kits. Your dentist may combine bleaching agents with heat and light therapy to speed up and intensify the whitening process. In-office teeth whitening makes your teeth brighter with three to eight shades. The entire treatment may be done within a single appointment, lasting about two hours, or several visits taking between thirty to sixty minutes.
Teeth whitening involves eliminating teeth stains to improve your smile. There are various teeth whitening techniques, including whitening strips, gels, toothpaste and rinses, tray-based whiteners, and in-office teeth whitening. Schedule an appointment at Advance Dental for teeth whitening to brighten your smile.
