There is an old saying which states that when a person smiles the world will smile back. There is no doubt that a beautiful smile can work miracles in both your professional and private life. But, what can you do when you are not the happy possessor of pearly white teeth? Teeth whitening is the answer, and not just any kind of whitening, but the treatments offered by professionals.
In this article, we are going to have a closer look at the way in which teeth whitening procedures take place. You will find out all about the techniques themselves, but also about the equipment and substances used, the advantages and disadvantages of such a treatment.
Professional whitening treatment is based on a substance called either Hydrogen or Carbamide peroxide. The gel containing this active substance is applied on the patient's teeth in the dentist's office. A laser or specialized light is sometimes used to remove the stains caused by tea, coffee or cigarettes. The effectiveness of a peroxide-based product depends on two main factors: the concentration used and the amount of time that the whitening is allowed to sit on the surface of the teeth.
The equipment used in the procedure can also influence the results of the treatment. That is why dentists always choose the best equipment for their dental office. The most appreciated brands of dental equipment are BriteSmile, LumaArch, Rembrandt Sapphire, Zoom! and LaserSmile. They all use the laser technique but are slightly different.
No matter which one of the whitening systems you choose, there are few steps that must be completed when undergoing such a procedure. First, the color of your teeth will be evaluated so that the dentist will be able to assess the effectiveness of the treatment.
He/she will then look for cavities and fill them, clean the teeth surface of stains and tartar and make an evaluation of the discoloration. Some dentists take pictures of their patients' teeth before and after the whitening to make a comparison. Flour of pumice is used to polish each tooth the patient is readied for the actual teeth whitening procedure.
The substances used for whitening can damage the tissues found in the mouth. To prevent such damage, the mouth will be covered by a by a thin sheet of latex or special dental gels. They will be peeled off when the whitening process is over. Cheek retractors, cotton rolls and gauzes are also used to keep the cheeks and tongue out of the way.
Skin and eye protection must be worn by the patient as there have been cases in which the bleaching substances have caused injuries to the skin. The laser used is such procedures can also be dangerous, hence, you skin will also be protected from coming into inappropriate contact with the laser.
After the laser is completed there are some additional steps that if they are followed closely, ensure a long lasting white color for the teeth. Apples offer a good protection for teeth that have just undergone a whitening treatment. If brushed daily, preferably with electric toothbrushes and a whitening toothbrush, the teeth will maintain their pearly white shade much longer. Another method that will keep the plaque away from the teeth is gargling with antibacterial mouthwash. - 15252
In this article, we are going to have a closer look at the way in which teeth whitening procedures take place. You will find out all about the techniques themselves, but also about the equipment and substances used, the advantages and disadvantages of such a treatment.
Professional whitening treatment is based on a substance called either Hydrogen or Carbamide peroxide. The gel containing this active substance is applied on the patient's teeth in the dentist's office. A laser or specialized light is sometimes used to remove the stains caused by tea, coffee or cigarettes. The effectiveness of a peroxide-based product depends on two main factors: the concentration used and the amount of time that the whitening is allowed to sit on the surface of the teeth.
The equipment used in the procedure can also influence the results of the treatment. That is why dentists always choose the best equipment for their dental office. The most appreciated brands of dental equipment are BriteSmile, LumaArch, Rembrandt Sapphire, Zoom! and LaserSmile. They all use the laser technique but are slightly different.
No matter which one of the whitening systems you choose, there are few steps that must be completed when undergoing such a procedure. First, the color of your teeth will be evaluated so that the dentist will be able to assess the effectiveness of the treatment.
He/she will then look for cavities and fill them, clean the teeth surface of stains and tartar and make an evaluation of the discoloration. Some dentists take pictures of their patients' teeth before and after the whitening to make a comparison. Flour of pumice is used to polish each tooth the patient is readied for the actual teeth whitening procedure.
The substances used for whitening can damage the tissues found in the mouth. To prevent such damage, the mouth will be covered by a by a thin sheet of latex or special dental gels. They will be peeled off when the whitening process is over. Cheek retractors, cotton rolls and gauzes are also used to keep the cheeks and tongue out of the way.
Skin and eye protection must be worn by the patient as there have been cases in which the bleaching substances have caused injuries to the skin. The laser used is such procedures can also be dangerous, hence, you skin will also be protected from coming into inappropriate contact with the laser.
After the laser is completed there are some additional steps that if they are followed closely, ensure a long lasting white color for the teeth. Apples offer a good protection for teeth that have just undergone a whitening treatment. If brushed daily, preferably with electric toothbrushes and a whitening toothbrush, the teeth will maintain their pearly white shade much longer. Another method that will keep the plaque away from the teeth is gargling with antibacterial mouthwash. - 15252
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