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ANDERSON DENTAL CARE Nathan Brooks, DDS, Inc.
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WE MAKE WHITENING MORE COMFORTABLE AND EVEN SAFER Many people are attracted to bright white smiles, and we can understand why! White teeth have a youthful charm, and they show off the hard work you put into your oral hygiene. So, it’s not a mystery why there are thousands of whitening product options on the market. The question is this: Are they safe?
OVER-THE-COUNTER TREATMENTS HAVE SHORTCOMINGS. If you apply peroxide on your teeth at an improper strength or length of time, you can dehydrate your teeth and actually create or worsen teeth sensitivity. Receiving your whitening treatments at a dental office will provide you the safest and most effective whitening experience. We know just how much peroxide is right for your specific oral health and your desired outcome. Not all at-home treatments are bad, but many products that claim to whiten your teeth may only bring it up by one shade. For example, whitening toothpastes often don’t contain peroxide because the paste isn’t meant to stay on your teeth for very long. They will, however, contain chemicals or polishing agents that help scrub off stains, minimally lightening your teeth. If you’re interested in teeth whitening, let us know. We can give you the most dramatic, impressive results, and your whitening appointments will be safely adjusted for your mouth. We think of it a little like getting your hair colored — you can do it at home, but if you want beautiful results that match your vision, plus all the tips and products for maintaining your color, you get it done professionally. Your teeth deserve that treatment too. Call our office today if you’d like to set up your first whitening appointment and finish off the year with a beautiful, bright smile!
HOW DO WE WHITEN TEETH? It starts with peroxide-based bleaching agents. These are safe to use on teeth and can be found whether you use at-home care or in-office treatments. There are different types of peroxide agents used, but the most effective are hydrogen peroxide-based. Keep in mind that at-home systems contain anywhere from 3%–20% peroxide, while in-office systems contain between 15%–43% peroxide.
The longer you keep peroxide on your teeth, the whiter they will become. But be careful! The amount and strength of the peroxide used determines the length of time you should use it for and how often. Too much can actually hurt your gums and cause teeth sensitivity.
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