The Best Process for Brightening Your Dingy, Graying Teeth
ERASING DISCOLORATION FOR SPARKLING TEETH
Drinking coffee and certain other stain-producing beverages during your day can help keep you awake, but it definitely isn't helping your teeth. A lifetime of stains from dark-colored foods and beverages can lead to yellowed or brown teeth. Even regularly brushing and flossing morning and night still may not be enough to give you the stunning smile you'd like. Following are a few tooth bleaching options at a range of prices, both medical-grade and store-bought kits, to help you show off a brighter smile that will light up Houston, TX.
THE BEST SMILE STARTS WITH REGULAR BRUSHING
Consistently flossing, brushing, and using mouthwash is a great place to start. Also, it's a great idea to bring a travel-sized dental hygiene kit in your bag or briefcase to have at the office or school. Any time you go to the bathroom or take a break, give your mouth a convenient freshening up. Beyond improving your overall oral health, you'll also be whitening your smile.
STORE-BOUGHT TEETH BLEACHING CHOICES
When you try a drugstore option to brighten your smile, you could see slightly noticeable changes in color by just applying these treatments in addition to your daily hygiene routine. At several retailers and drugstores in Houston, TX, you can find many types of tooth whitening products to try at home, such as whitening mouthwash, activated charcoal, and gels containing hydrogen peroxide. You should always thoroughly read the instructions included in the box.
- BLEACHING SYSTEMS THAT USE LED LIGHTS
To enhance the power of many tooth bleaching gels or strips, you can buy a special kind of light. LED dental appliances should be placed in the mouth after you have applied your brightening gel or strips. These special devices have a set wear time, and it's very important that they be used precisely as stated in the directions. - TEETH BLEACHING STRIPS OR PENS
Several types of stores and drug stores offer a large selection of types of bleaching pens and strips. The bleaching strips can be easily applied to your teeth and can be pretty hard to detect. The bleaching pen enables you to strategically apply a bleaching solution to your teeth after they have been brushed and are dry. After you have correctly applied the strip or gel to your teeth, you should leave them on for as long as indicated on the product. - MOUTH TRAYS WITH BRIGHTENING GEL
Universal-fit teeth bleaching systems with dental trays can be found in retail stores, and a lot of them have the same process as the professional tray systems utilized by your dentist. Among the major differences between store-bought and professional whitening systems is the individualized fit. The mouth trays in an over-the-counter whitening kit may not fit comfortably or could leave you with spotty results. Also, the whitening gels in retail systems aren't formulated for your exact goals, so you may develop sensitivity to hot and cold foods and drinks or other issues.
IF DRUGSTORE METHODS WORK, WHY SHOULD I HAVE A PROFESSIONAL PROCEDURE?
It's important to be aware that over-the-counter teeth bleaching treatments aren't going to offer the same quality of results as teeth bleaching sessions given by your dental professional. Store-bought systems are lesser strength, so based on your degree of darkening and if you have any restorations, etc., your outcome could be uneven. Plus, the use of these products might cause sensitive teeth and tender gums. Talk to your dental practitioner about over-the-counter teeth whitening systems, how they perform compared to treatments they offer in their office, and whether they might suggest any of them to eliminate your specific discoloration.
PROFESSIONAL TEETH WHITENING CHOICES
Biannual dental exams and cleanings not only make sure that your teeth and gums are healthy, but they will also brighten the appearance of your smile. Clearing away the built-up debris and bacteria from your enamel is an excellent way to spruce up your smile. To get more dramatic results, ask your dentist about the expert teeth whitening systems they offer. He or she might offer custom whitening sessions, professional at-home whitening kits, and cosmetic veneers for a total smile upgrade.
- DENTIST-PERFORMED LASER TEETH BLEACHING
During an in-office laser whitening session, your dental practitioner will first brush a high-strength whitening gel onto your enamel and then go a step further with a laser light. The energy emitted by the light boosts the whitening gel to produce optimal outcomes. In-office laser whitening is a good choice if you want fast results to get ready for an important event or for those who have dental restorations. Certain laser teeth whitening systems can also correct internal discoloration, which retail options can't reach. - PROFESSIONAL DIY WHITENING KITS
For those who would rather whiten in the comfort of home, a lot of dental practices provide professional at-home whitening kits. With customized tooth trays and a special whitening solution chosen for your types of stains, an at-home whitening system from your dentist will give you a much closer fit and uniform results. Systems from your dentist are easily a better option than store-bought kits. After applying the whitening solution to the trays, you place them over your teeth for a specific amount of time, as instructed by your dentist. Once the treatment is done, you can remove the trays, clean them, and store them for the next use. At your next cleaning, you can get more of your whitening gel. Do not combine store-bought whitening products with your professional systems, since they may harm your trays. You can use a home whitening kit as your only treatment or to maintain your results after an in-office treatment. - PORCELAIN VENEERS
For a total smile makeover to quickly make your teeth brighter and camouflage other cosmetic concerns (such as broken teeth, wide spacing, severe staining, and short teeth), dental veneers may be a good choice. Veneers are specially designed to look natural and fit perfectly right onto the teeth. Your dentist will have to carefully shave off a very small amount of your natural enamel in order to make room for the veneers. When they're fitted to the teeth, you'll have a new, stunning smile.
YOU DESERVE TO HAVE YOUR WHITEST, SEXIEST SMILE
Getting limited outcomes or tooth sensitivity from consumer whitening products is quite frustrating. At MINT dentistry in Little York, we offer home and in-office whitening treatments, as well as veneers. Each of these treatments will be specially designed to achieve your aesthetic goals, so you get great results without damaging your teeth. Reach out to set up a visit at our practice in Houston, TX to learn about all of our professional and at-home whitening options so you can get a bright, confident smile.