Teeth whitening is a harmless method to brighten a patient’s smile and build up confidence explains Dr. Kami Hoss. It is a quick, easy, and affordable solution to improve the appearance of the teeth. Teeth whitening is a cosmetic dental treatment that involves bleaching the teeth to lighten them. This is usually done to remove stains and discoloration and make the teeth look a few shades whiter.
There are various types of dental-approved teeth whitening procedures. These procedures can be performed in the comfort of one’s home and with the suggestion of a competent dentist. Different types of teeth whitening methods are:
- Take Home Teeth Whitening- Take Home Teeth whitening is most suitable for those who choose to whiten their teeth at home. A take-home teeth whitening kit should usually include a personalized whitening tray that fits the teeth perfectly.
- Teeth Whitening Strips- Whitening strips contain an active bleach ingredient that has been manufactured into a flexible gel-like substance. This gel is spread on the surface of the plastic strip. Dr. Kami Hoss and other dentists like him use this gel to cover the surface of the teeth fully to get the desired result.
- Teeth Whitening Toothpaste- Whitening toothpaste can be an effective method for removing surface stains, particularly those caused by food or drinks. However, it may not be able to seep through the tooth surface to remove deeper stains as compared to other whitening procedures.
- Teeth Whitening Pens- This looks like a pen and has a fine tip to dispense the whitening gel directly onto the teeth. Teeth may look whiter after several uses, but this type of treatment will not last long as a professional treatment.
- Polishing- This is a simple procedure that contains a mild abrasive to remove any surface stains on the teeth. This procedure is not suggested for gum disease, exposed roots, or plaque build-up as it could be irritable.
- Laser Teeth Whitening- Laser Teeth whitening is a procedure that is sometimes added to the process of in-office teeth whitening. It involves heating the bleaching gel with a laser after it has been applied to the surface of the teeth.
- In-Office Teeth Whitening- The most reliable form of teeth whitening is the professional treatment done in a dentist’s clinic. In this method, a lip and cheek guard is placed inside the mouth to keep the mouth open and tongue away from the whitening gel. Then a protective cover is applied to the gums to reduce irritation and sensitivity. After this a professional-strength hydrogen peroxide whitening gel is placed on the surface of the teeth, describes Dr. Kami Hoss. This process can be continued within the same visit up to three times to attain perfect results.
Thus, while teeth whitening may help one to wear their best smile; one must be vigilant of the extent to which they are resorting to whitening treatments. When done within limits, and by a good dentist, however, teeth whitening yields impressive results.
