Our main goal when we undergo teeth whitening processes is to have our teeth whitened per se and not to add more problems to it. Understanding the root of the problem and knowing the possible solutions for it and at the same time knowing its effects on our problem is the first and the best thing to do.
Common Teeth Whiteners and Processes
When we have discolored or yellowish teeth, our first major option is to seek an expert dental advice. Upon seeing the onset of discoloration on your teeth, your dentist may suggest either of these methods and procedures:
• Clinically supervised methods. It is the most likely solution you can get from your dentist wherein your dentist itself will grab the opportunity of your teeth problem and would be more than willing to give a solution to it.
These clinical procedures may include:
• Laser teeth whitening
• Veneers
• Teeth bleaching
Other procedures include herbal remedies which utilize effective herbs as primary tooth whitening agents, home based techniques using natural ingredients found in our homes like baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, salt, acids from fruits and take home kits which is a clinically prepared stuffs that contains all the essentials in it.
Nobody s Perfect
It is given that regardless of the procedures and methods available to whiten teeth, their aim is one and only one, to bring back the shine in our teeth. But in spite of this aspiration, each of them can have a varying effect as well as risks depending on the sensitivity of the person to a certain treatment. Risks also vary depending on how the procedures and techniques were carried out.
Risks and Side Effects
Clinical procedures were known to be more effective compared to procedures done at home. It is true because clinically used elements contain a much stronger concentration compared to those being used in take home kits. Hydrogen peroxide in clinical procedures can sometimes have as high as ten times more concentration than what is being used in take home kits. This explains its effectiveness. But remember that the risks of having burned gums and lips and permanently sensitive teeth after the procedure is through would also be ten times greater if the procedure would go wrong.
Laser procedure is considered as a very effective method in whitening the teeth but it is not recommended for those having sensitive teeth. It can cause permanent teeth damage in such cases.
Veneers can be one of the best options for you but aside from its very high cost, you might also get stuck in going back many times to your dentist to complete the installation. This process by the way only covers your teeth to hide away the color.
On the other hand, natural, herbal and other at home teeth whitening remedies can also cause undesired side effects ranging from sensitivity of teeth to stripped off enamel. Be careful when using these products. A home based technique sometimes poses a greater intensity of side effects and risks compared to clinical methods due to lack of expert supervision. No matter what kind of procedure you opted for, take precautionary measures religiously.
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