Thursday 17 October 2013

Professional vs. OTC At-Home Tooth Whitening

Today there are many options for whitening your teeth at home. There is a wide variety of over-the-counter (OTC) tooth whitening products from special tooth pastes, to chewing gum, to stick-on whitening strips. There are even OTC products which involve the use of trays and a whitening solution which can appear to be no different to the at-home whitening kits that your cosmetic dentist offers, but they are different.

Home Tooth bleaching Kits from Your Dentist


When you go to your cosmetic dentist for tooth whitening at home, you receive a professional grade tooth bleaching kit with custom trays.

The trays are made to fit your teeth so you get full coverage, a good seal, and even whitening of your teeth. OTC trays are imprecise and can leave you with patchy results. The gel itself is professional grade, so it gets the job done. OTC whitening solutions vary in quality and may not be able to lighten your teeth enough.

Your dentist will also provide you with a desensitizing gel, to prevent any discomfort.

Support


Another important difference, when you choose a home bleaching kit provided by your dentist is the support you receive. You will be whitening your teeth under the guidance of your cosmetic dentist, so you do not have to wonder if you are doing the right thing or how you are really supposed to use the kit. Any time you are uncertain or have questions, you can call your dentist’s office for advice.

Getting Results


Take home tooth bleaching kits gradually whiten your teeth. Even though you are using a professional product, the process takes time. Some patients prefer the subtly of lightening their teeth over time, but if you would rather see same-day results, laser tooth whitening in Beverly Hills can give you a dazzling smile in one office visit that only takes about an hour.

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  3. Whitening of teeth is done with special whitening toothpastes, strips, trays, rinses, lights, or lasers. Your family dentist should be able to tell you what is available and which will work best for you. Most dental offices offer a simple and easy-to-use system to apply teeth whitening products to your teeth.
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