What You Need to Know About Teeth Whitening
When meeting someone new, what is the first thing you notice? Their smile! A person’s bright smile has the intensity to lure you in immediately. After all, a big, bright, confident smile offers an array of happiness and warmth to the visitors around you, as well as yourself. Here is what you need to know about teeth whitening:
What causes tooth discoloration?
Before deciding if you should undergo an in-office teeth whitening, you should understand why your teeth aren’t the sparkly white pearls you see in the magazines. The answer is simple: what you put in your mouth affects the colour of your teeth. Beverages such as coffee, tea, or soda and foods such as carrots, berries, and candy will externally stain your teeth. Tooth decay, antibiotics, and age tend to darken your teeth internally.
How does in-office whitening work?
Professional teeth whitening is the preferred method of whitening as it is stronger and more effective than store-bought whitening agents. During an in-office teeth whitening visit, your dentist will apply whitening gel on the desired teeth (after protecting your face and eyes from the gel and light), and a light is placed in position for the first twenty-minute cycle. The gel is then removed, then reapplied, and the above steps are repeated for another three cycles. However, those sensitive to light or taking light-sensitive medications should consult with their doctor before undergoing this procedure.
How do I keep the sparkly white teeth?
The first step to keep your youthful, white smile young and bright is to stay away from foods that are known for staining your teeth. Likewise, smoking will also reverse the procedure. For a longer last or to enhance the result, your dentist may send you home with a whitening system called DayWhite, which allows you to whiten your teeth at home. The DayWhite whitening system is a great substitute for those individuals with sensitive teeth.
To speak with a dentist about whitening your smile or to set up a teeth whitening appointment contact us today.