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    Why You Should Choose Professional Teeth Whitening

    Are You A Teeth Whitening Candidate? 

    Are you considering a teeth whitening solution to improve your smile? Is professional teeth whitening better than at-home whitening products? Read these simple facts about teeth whitening before considering purchasing home use bleach products or a visit to a cosmetic dentist.

    Is teeth whitening for everybody? Generally, healthy teeth in a healthy mouth can be whitened. That being said, whitening chemicals can bring about greater harm if you have cavities, gum disease, and other issues. It is important for your dentist to evaluate and correct oral problems prior to committing to whitening your teeth.  However, medical issues, tooth sensitivity, thin tooth enamel, even if your teeth and gums are healthy, also may exclude you from the procedure.

    Over The Counter vs. Professional Teeth Whitening

    Over the counter teeth whitening products can be effective to a degree; however, visible results can take a long time. These over-the-counter products contain small concentrations of the active ingredient peroxide that make teeth white.  Thus, products like whitening toothpaste, gels, and strips are not as effective as professional teeth whitening kits or professional teeth whitening by a dentist. 

    In addition, do-it-yourself whitening products can potentially damage the gums.  In many cases, if not performed correctly, the over the counter products can hurt the mouth area and sometimes exacerbate tooth hypersensitivity. Leaving the peroxide on for too much time and applying an excessive amount are the main root problems. When peroxide is accidentally ingested, side effects can include sores, blisters, and stomach and esophagus internal bleeding.

    How To Achieve An Even Look

    Furthermore, peroxide doesn’t necessarily alter the shade of the dental restorations.  Do you have fillings which are tooth-colored, porcelain veneers, or dental crowns?  This could leave you with uneven, different shade colored teeth after the tooth whitening process. This is simply why dentists usually recommend teeth whitening before placing dental restorations for an effective cosmetic result. Professional teeth cleaning by a dentist can generally whiten your teeth and brighten your smile.  To brighten your smile, most of the time all it takes is an appointment for a professional dental cleaning to effectively remove plaque, tartar, and stains, helping to make your teeth appear more bright and white.

    If bright, white teeth are the look you are striving for, Los Coches Dentistry can help. For a beautiful, brighter smile call us at (760) 633-4488 to schedule a consultation today. 

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