Teeth Whitening Systems
So you want whiter
teeth. It may be a combination of a number of reasons, maybe you just
need a pick me up, or the fashion magazines have finally gotten to you, or you
quit smoking, or you're realizing that you drink too much coffee. Whatever the
reason, you've decided that
your teeth need whitening.
Once you've made the decision to whiten your teeth, you really have
two basic types of
teeth whitening systems to choose between. The first type is an
at-home teeth whitening system.
These systems, like Crest White Strips, use a peroxide mix applied to your
teeth over the course of a few days or weeks. The peroxide
is held to your teeth either by a tray, similar to a football mouth
guard, or by adhesive strips. The peroxide mix usually ranges from 6% to
10% peroxide, depending on the brand. Those who don't like going to the
dentist may prefer this system, since no dentist visit is necessary.
It is also cheaper than the
alternative teeth whitening
system. However, it may take a few
 weeks
to see results, so the at-home systems are not good choices for those who
want a whiter smile for an upcoming event.
The other teeth whitening system involves a visit to your dentist
for a professional
whitening procedure. Unlike the at home whitening system
which keeps a weak peroxide solution in contact with your teeth for a long
period of time, a professional teeth whitening system will keep a strong
peroxide solution in contact with your teeth for a short period of time. In
general, an hour long dentist appointment will whiten your teeth the same amount
as they would whiten during two weeks of at-home treatment. Some dentists
involve the use of a bleaching light, though this procedure may damage teeth
slightly. Professional teeth whitening systems are convenient since they require
only a few appointments (sometimes just one) in order to produce visible
results. However, they are more expensive than at-home treatments.
 Both
at-home and professional teeth whitening systems put users at risk of side
effects. In fact, an estimated one half of all people using at home whitening
systems experience some side effects, usually in the form of sensitive teeth or
irritated gums. These come from an overexposure to peroxide, and if they're
experienced patients are advised
 to use less peroxide or switch to a brand with
a lower concentration of peroxide in the paste to avoid further irritation.
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