The desire to improve personal appearance by whitening the teeth is not a new fad, and was practiced by ancient civilizations. The Romans used urine to whiten their teeth, but thankfully, this is one old remedy that appears to have disappeared with them. Modern teeth bleaching methods are much cleaner and more sophisticated, and can be purchased in home whitening kits or as a procedure performed by a dentist. There is a wide variety of methods available, all producing varying results depending on the amount and type of staining and the general condition of the tooth enamel.
For this reason, some people are disappointed with the results, especially from the do-it-yourself kits. Doing this procedure at home should be approached with caution, as the cleaning material can damage unhealthy gums, and unfortunately, many people don’t know the condition of their gums. This assessment can only be made by a dentist Bundaberg.
Teeth become discolored over time from a number of causes, the most common being staining from smoking and by ingesting some foodstuffs, but most particularly, tea, coffee and red wine. This type of discoloration is usually not seen in young people as it takes some years to become obvious. As people age, the mineral structure of their teeth becomes darker, and this, in combination with the staining already mentioned, makes them prime candidates for teeth bleaching, subject to certain conditions.
There are a range of products and methods available for teeth bleaching, some for home use and others used by dental professionals. In-office whitening is done by a dentist who applies a whitening gel directly onto the teeth, covering lips and gums to avoid irritation. The dentist may accelerate the whitening by using a light directly onto the teeth. This process is relatively quick and is performed in 3 to 4 sessions, each lasting about 15 minutes.
Bleaching trays are an alternative product that can only be purchased through a dentist. These custom made trays are created from an impression of the patient’s teeth made by the dentist. The tray containing the professional whitening gel fits over the teeth to protect the gums, and the gel is dispensed through pre-filled syringes. The teeth whiten over a period of 1 to 2 weeks, still under the direction of a dentist.
Other methods available are paint-on teeth whiteners, whitening strips, and toothpastes and mouthwashes. The paint-on whiteners are best used as a maintenance product, and the strips are not effective as they are unsuitable for crooked teeth. Toothpastes and mouthwashes don’t bleach teeth but simply remove light stains and are not serious tooth whitening Bundaberg options.
While it is tempting to reduce the cost of teeth bleaching by using methods that don’t require the supervision of a dental professional, this can be fraught with danger. Not everyone has teeth that are suitable for whitening and bleaching, and without a professional opinion first, the procedure could cause serious damage.
For this reason, some people are disappointed with the results, especially from the do-it-yourself kits. Doing this procedure at home should be approached with caution, as the cleaning material can damage unhealthy gums, and unfortunately, many people don’t know the condition of their gums. This assessment can only be made by a dentist Bundaberg.
Teeth become discolored over time from a number of causes, the most common being staining from smoking and by ingesting some foodstuffs, but most particularly, tea, coffee and red wine. This type of discoloration is usually not seen in young people as it takes some years to become obvious. As people age, the mineral structure of their teeth becomes darker, and this, in combination with the staining already mentioned, makes them prime candidates for teeth bleaching, subject to certain conditions.
There are a range of products and methods available for teeth bleaching, some for home use and others used by dental professionals. In-office whitening is done by a dentist who applies a whitening gel directly onto the teeth, covering lips and gums to avoid irritation. The dentist may accelerate the whitening by using a light directly onto the teeth. This process is relatively quick and is performed in 3 to 4 sessions, each lasting about 15 minutes.
Bleaching trays are an alternative product that can only be purchased through a dentist. These custom made trays are created from an impression of the patient’s teeth made by the dentist. The tray containing the professional whitening gel fits over the teeth to protect the gums, and the gel is dispensed through pre-filled syringes. The teeth whiten over a period of 1 to 2 weeks, still under the direction of a dentist.
Other methods available are paint-on teeth whiteners, whitening strips, and toothpastes and mouthwashes. The paint-on whiteners are best used as a maintenance product, and the strips are not effective as they are unsuitable for crooked teeth. Toothpastes and mouthwashes don’t bleach teeth but simply remove light stains and are not serious tooth whitening Bundaberg options.
While it is tempting to reduce the cost of teeth bleaching by using methods that don’t require the supervision of a dental professional, this can be fraught with danger. Not everyone has teeth that are suitable for whitening and bleaching, and without a professional opinion first, the procedure could cause serious damage.
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