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Teeth
Whitening Procedures
Many teeth whitening systems are available, including whitening
toothpastes, over-the-counter gels, rinses, strips, and trays, and
whitening agents obtained from a dentist. Teeth whitening is ideal for
people who have healthy, un-restored teeth (no fillings) and gums.
Individuals with yellow tones to their teeth respond best. But this
cosmetic procedure is not recommended for everyone. Find out if teeth
whitening or bleaching is right for
you.
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Whitening Systems
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Whitening Toothpastes
All toothpastes help remove surface stains
because they contain mild abrasives. Some
whitening toothpastes contain gentle
polishing or chemical agents that provide
additional stain removal effectiveness.
Whitening toothpastes can help remove
surface stains only and do not contain
bleach; over-the-counter and professional
whitening products contain carbamide
peroxide or hydrogen peroxide that helps
lighten the colour deep in the tooth.
Whitening toothpastes can lighten your
tooth's colour by about one shade. In
contrast, light-activated whitening
conducted in your dentist's office can make
your teeth three to eight shades lighter.
Over-the-Counter Whitening
Strips and Gels
Whitening gels are clear, peroxide-based
gels applied with a small brush directly to
the surface of your teeth. Instructions
generally call for twice a day application
for 14 days. Initial results are seen in a
few days and final results are sustained for
about four months. Whitening strips are very
thin, virtually invisible strips that are
coated with a peroxide-based whitening gel.
The strips are applied twice daily for 30
minutes for 14 days. Initial results are
seen in a few days and final results are
sustained for about four months.
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In-Office Whitening
In-office bleaching provides the quickest way to whiten teeth. With
in-office bleaching, the whitening product is applied directly to the
teeth. These products can be used in combination with heat, a special
light, and/or a laser. Results are seen in only one, 30- to 60-minute
treatment. But to achieve dramatic results, several appointments are
usually needed. However, with in-office bleaching, dramatic results can
be seen after the first treatment. This type of whitening is the most
expensive technique.
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