The old adage, "If you see someone without a smile give them one of yours." Do not you love to smile as bright as possible? Bright white teeth are seen as a way to highlight the Health and beauty in our culture.
The problem is easily discolored teeth by smoking, colas, coffee, food and simply aging. Fortunately, in recent years, teeth whitening systems have become much more affordable and convenient.
Tooth whitening is not for everyone. Discolored teeth yellow, brown or orange respond better to whitening cosmetic teeth. Gray stains caused by tetracycline or inheritance are more difficult to whiten. Sensitive teeth, periodontal disease or worn enamel are situations where people may not be a candidate for teeth whitening dentist.
Whitening systems have or carbamide peroxide or hydrogen peroxide as the active ingredient. Lightened when the teeth of peroxide contact with the surface of the tooth. The systems vary in how it is applied to the teeth and for how long. The best teeth whitening system is one that is tailor-made for you by a professional dentist.
There are other things you can try, in addition to professional teeth whitening. Many over-the-counter products are available for teeth whitening. These include:
· Whitening strips
· Whitening gels
· Based on teeth whitening tray
Many of them can be obtained also from a dentist.
Whitening strips
Whitening strips are very thin, virtually invisible bands are covered with a gel peroxide based bleach. Most bands are applied twice daily for 30 minutes for two weeks. The first results are visible within a few days and final results are sustained for about four months. Most people prefer to use whitening strips in private, and can not eat or drink while wearing them.
Whitening gels
Whitening gels are peroxide based, transparent gels applied with a small brush directly to the surface of your teeth. The gel is generally applied twice a day for two weeks, and have the same results as the whitening strips.
Teeth whitening tray based on
Tooth tray whitening systems based are most effective when they are formed in the individual mouth, probably by a dental professional. However, there are products offered by cons too trays. These trays work by filling a tray with care as the mouth with a solution of whitening gel containing peroxide bleaching agent. The plate is then taken for a long period of time (usually a few hours a day to night) each day for up to four weeks or more. The time for which the tray is used based on the level of bleaching desired.
