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Many people want their teeth whiter and more attractive, but a considerable number of them do not dare to have teeth whitening due to doubts and fears about the procedure. So, does this type of cosmetic treatment represent any health risk?
Teeth whitening techniques have been well evaluated over the years, and the results obtained, both in the office and at home; offer absolute guarantees. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), the active whitening ingredient in most whitening products is carbamide peroxide, which in its active phase releases hydrogen peroxide, a completely biocompatible compound as long as it is kept within the recommended concentrations.
Rest assured, the commercial houses that make these products have worked hard to ensure that teeth whitening is safe and effective. However, be aware that they may cause minor side effects.
There are often three components to evaluate after a teeth whitening or bleaching treatment: the gums, teeth, and dental restorations present. The possible effects on each of them will depend on the type of treatment or technique received: teeth whitening at home or teeth whitening in the office.
Your Gums
In general, patients choose in-office whitening because they feel it is safer and more effective. In fact, with this technique the concentrations of the whitening products used are much higher than those of the homecare products. It also includes the use of a special lamp to accelerate and enhance the effects of the bleach within the tooth structure.
However, if the bleaching substance gets on the gums, it can cause irritation. And sadly, the higher the concentration of the product, the greater its potential to cause harm. To avoid this, professionals use special barriers or coatings to cover the gums and keep them isolated throughout the procedure.
Homecare products, in general, do not represent a greater risk, since the concentration of peroxide is usually very low compared to that of professional products. They are usually used with pre-made trays if the product is available over the counter or with custom-made splints if prescribed by the Dentist.
The most important thing to know is that the more concentrated the chemical agent, the more effective the whitening, but at the same time; more aggressive for soft tissues. For this reason, homecare bleaches work little, and sometimes, you do not even notice changes with their use.
Your Teeth
The next relatively common side effect is tooth sensitivity.
If you already suffer from it, it is important that you notify the professional so that he can plan your treatment properly, possibly with the use of fluoride-based desensitizing gels or special toothpastes, all before the procedure. If your sensitivity is severe, it is probably advisable to rule out whitening, or at least delay it, until better oral conditions are achieved.
Many times, the Dentist will have to adjust the dosage of the whitening agent, decrease the duration of clinical sessions, increase their number and decrease their frequency, or simply; opt for a low concentration home whitening. Meanwhile, commonly used pain relievers such as ibuprofen or paracetamol are often prescribed.
Still, some degree of postoperative tooth sensitivity is always considered normal. In general, the symptoms resolve spontaneously over the course of a few days.
Teeth with cavities, defective restorations or dental fractures should always be treated before the procedure, to avoid damage to the pulp tissue or nerve of the tooth, and put its vitality at risk.
Your Restorations
Something that should never be overlooked is the fact that the restorations in your mouth will not change color. Your composites, porcelain veneers, crowns and fixed bridges; will not become whiter with treatment, which can sometimes imply their replacement.
In fact, the effect of whitening on restorations is practically nil, neither benefiting nor harming them; does not act on them.
Apart from biosafety, the correct aesthetic planning of the procedure makes the great difference between the services offered by Dentists and those performed in environments such as spas, beauty salons and shopping malls. Without an accurate diagnosis and proper treatment planning, teeth whitening can become a real disaster for your mouth.
Even over-the-counter and non-prescription home whitening can seriously compromise your health and deteriorate your smile.
Benefits of Our Professional Teeth Whitening
Showing off beautiful white teeth can have a positive impact on your self-esteem, your work, and your personal life. These are the main benefits of our professional teeth whitening:
1- Guaranteed Results
You have probably already tried some products to whiten your teeth without success. Some methods may not produce effective results, while other products sold in pharmacies may produce uneven or only partial results.
Not only is professional teeth whitening fast, but the results are reliable too. After the first clinical session, you will surely notice a radical change in the color of your teeth.
2- Safer and Comfortable Treatment
If you are not careful, some of the over-the-counter whitening products can damage your gums. They can also make your teeth more sensitive to any food or oral stimulus. Professional methods contemplate the prevention and control of sensitivity as part of the treatment. In addition, they are applied with splints specially designed for the shape of your teeth and dental arches.
The correct dosage of the whitening agent, according to the characteristics of the case, will be the best guarantee for the prevention of complications and severe discomfort. You will also receive advice on how to care for your teeth after the procedure and how to preserve the results obtained to the maximum.
3- Better Oral Health
Aesthetic and psychological factors are not the only advantages of professional teeth whitening, since numerous studies have shown the effects of carbamide peroxide as an oral antiseptic and its important action in reducing plaque rates and periodontal disease; considerably promoting the health of teeth and gums.
4- Higher Self Esteem
One of the things that makes you more attractive when you interact with other people is your smile. If you are self-conscious about the appearance of your teeth, it is highly unlikely that you will exert magnetism and empathy on people. Most of us unconsciously associate a person’s appearance with his level of self-esteem.
Show white, neat and beautiful teeth; it will certainly encourage you to smile frequently. As a result, it will be easier for you to meet new people, make friends, and jumpstart your social life. Your appearance will improve your quality of life.
5- Personalized Color
Products that are bought without a prescription are sold as a kitchen prescription. And the truth is that they hardly work the same way for everyone.
A very important part of any dental aesthetic treatment is considering the expectations, wishes and needs of the patient. Not all people want their teeth to be plaster white, nor do they all have similar shades between the color of their teeth.
Only through the dosage, precise application, variation of the intensity of the light source and professional control of the number, frequency and duration of the clinical sessions; we can personalize the results and obtain the target you want, just where you want it. Only with the Dentist can you choose between having the whitest possible teeth or simply a lighter shade.
6- Scientific Support
When buying bleaching products in commercial stores, you may not get all the information you need. It is very likely that the seller does not know much about the product and that you will not get the expected results. The most important advantages of professional services are adequate advice and the support of the most current scientific knowledge.
No Specialist will blindly apply whitening products to your teeth. He will first determine the type of stains or discoloration that they present and then he will know how to differentiate between the intrinsic and extrinsic causes of dental pigmentation. Extrinsic stains are mainly the result of consuming dark or highly colored foods and beverages.
Intrinsic stains originate on the inside of the teeth and may require additional procedures for their correction such as cavities removal and filling, root canals and internal whitening; treatments that are only available to dental professionals.
Any treatment carried out outside the dental office or without the prescription of a Dentist, will not go beyond being a totally empirical health procedure and with high risks of complication and failure.
“Professional Teeth Whitening Techniques Have Been Exhaustively Evaluated Over the Years, and the Results Obtained, Offer Absolute Guarantees”.
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7- Accessibility
In Cosmetic Dentistry, there are numerous procedures to improve the appearance of the smile. However, most of them are expensive and out of reach for most people.
The best thing about teeth whitening is that it is very inexpensive and accessible. In addition, its cosmetic benefits are remarkable and enable it to provide high performance for only a small investment of time and money.
8- Wellness and Mental Health
By smiling frequently and with satisfaction, your brain will release more dopamine, an important neurotransmitter that regulates behavior, mood, motivation, and feelings of reward. The more you smile, the better you will feel and the happier you will be in life.
On the contrary, if you are continually stressed about your physical appearance, it is likely that you will not smile, that you will not feel well and that you will develop behavioral or psychological disorders
9- Better Work and Personal Opportunities
There is no doubt that a great benefit of teeth whitening is the personal satisfaction of having a more attractive dentition that allows the patient to feel comfortable and pleased with their smile, self-assured and better valued by society. In addition, it is irrefutable that clean white teeth immediately project an appearance of good hygiene and personal care.
A beautiful smile will simply make people notice you more and perceive you better. This is especially important in job interviews and social gatherings. Eventually, this will have a very favorable impact on your career and love opportunities.
10- Durability
Apart from being ineffective, the main limitation of over-the-counter whitening is that its small benefits last very little in time, sometimes not even as long as 3 months.
A professional whitening penetrates much more into the enamel and makes the results obtained last for years. Logically, it is essential to comply with certain food restrictions, good oral hygiene and periodic professional check-ups for cleaning and small touch-ups.
A good list of postoperative indications that allow you to preserve the color obtained is another of the great benefits of going to a Specialist in Dental Aesthetics. Empirical whitening does not offer any type of support or guarantee regarding the conservation and durability of the results.
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