Teeth whitening in Largo
If you have discolored teeth, whitening could help you restore their original whiteness and brightness. Contact Florida Dental Center Largo if you have questions about professional or at-home teeth whitening.
Teeth whitening
You can find many teeth bleaching products on the market promising brighter and whiter teeth. Depending on the products you utilize, the process can either remove just the surface stains or remove deeper stains as well. For deep stain removal below the surface of the teeth, use a teeth bleaching product that contains peroxide.
You can either purchase these at-home teeth bleaching products at the store over the counter or your dentist could provide them. The whitening products your dentist provides will normally contain a much higher concentration of bleaching agents than over-the-counter products, though not as high as that of bleaching agents your dentist will use if you get your teeth whitened in-office. Speak with a Largo dentist at our dental office and find out which at-home whitening products may be best for you. Your dentist may determine that you're a candidate for an in-office teeth whitening procedure.
According to the ADA and dental professionals, you should be cautious about using over-the-counter whitening agents improperly. Sometimes, these can be excessively abrasive and, with extended use, can damage your teeth. To be sure the products you're using to whitening your teeth at home are safe, look for the ADA's Seal of Acceptance; this denotes that the whitening toothpaste or other product has been proven to brighten teeth by eliminating stains on their surface.
Who Could Benefit From Teeth Whitening?
Teeth whitening in Largo can be most beneficial to people whose teeth have darkened with age, people with age spots on their teeth, people with orange or yellow spots or stains on their teeth from years of smoking tobacco products or eating and drinking foods and beverages that stain and people whose teeth have healthy tooth enamel.
Teeth whitening in Largo can also be beneficial to people who have brown or gray stains on their teeth from drinking a lot of fluoridated water, dark stains due to tobacco use, and gray or brown stains caused by certain medicines.
In contrast, teeth bleaching is not recommended for people with highly sensitive teeth, anyone with oral cancer or periodontal disease and those whose tooth enamel is worn. People with tooth decay should also get that handled before getting their teeth whitened.
Different Teeth Bleaching Methods
When considering at-home whitening kits, one option is a custom-made tray you can comfortably wear either while you're sleeping or awake. Because the tray is quite thin, you can likely even speak and work while having it in. Some tray-based whitening systems suggest wearing them for two to four hours per day for three to six weeks. These are an ideal solution for those with teeth sensitivity.
Other teeth bleaching systems suggest only using them at night while asleep and only take 10 to 14 days to finish. In addition to suggesting the ideal system for your circumstances and needs, your dentist will also give you clear instructions on how to utilize it correctly.
Other types of simple, at-home teeth whitening systems have more recently hit the market, but they simply may not be as effective or produce as dramatic an improvement as a professional tooth bleaching treatment from your Largo cosmetic dentist.
If you do decide to bleach your teeth yourself, make sure to talk with your cosmetic dentist in Largo first to make sure you do it safely and effectively.
For help figuring out which teeth whitening option is right for you, contact us at Florida Dental Centers Largo today.
Risks and Side Effects of Teeth Whitening
If you have sensitive teeth, teeth whitening may not be a good option for you, as it can cause irritation and discomfort. In fact, even if you don't have sensitive teeth, tooth sensitivity and irritated gums are normal side effects of using peroxide-based solutions to bleach your teeth.
Teeth Bleaching Cost
To perform teeth whitening at home, you can either use a tray prescribed by your teeth bleaching dentist or purchase over-the-counter teeth whitening products from your local drug or grocery store.
If you're interested in professional teeth whitening, call us at Florida Dental Centers Largo for an oral exam at our dental office in Largo to determine and implement the right teeth whitening solution for you.
