
Feb
You may have seen the white stripes offered at mass retailers and wondered how well they work. Are they right for me?
Whitening products come in a variety of forms for you to choose from.
At-home teeth whitening products may not be as effective as treatments you get at the dentist’s office, but these over-the-counter (OTC) picks may help you come closer to your whitest teeth.
At Dreamtime Dentistry, patients can choose between in-office or a take home whitening system when whitening their teeth. We offer Opalescenceâ„¢ tooth whitening systems for our take home treatments. Dreamtime Dentistry offers customized whitening trays that are designed to fit your mouth with an impression. Patients can fill the trays with a whitening solution, then wear them for a certain amount of time every day. Depending on the strength of the Opalescence gel, the patient will likely wear the tray for 30 to 60 minutes.Â
Dreamtime Dentistry also offers a chair side whitening approach that is usually much quicker and can speed up the whitening process tremendously.Â
Your teeth become stained over the years after eating or drinking a variety of foods and drinks. Some of the major contributors include coffee, red wine, soda, tea, tobacco, and some medications. If you choose to whiten your teeth, a whiter smile will help boost your confidence and self-esteem. Teeth whitening can offset tooth discoloration due to plaque, tartar and other oral health concerns.Â
Whitening strips can be an affordable and easy option if you would like to whitening your teeth at home. The strips contain a peroxide that penetrates the tooth enamel to remove the stains. However, these may not be as effective as the treatments provided at the office. Some patients may experience some sensitivity after using whitening products.Â
If you have questions about which option is best for you, contact us at the Dreamtime Dentistry. We are happy to assist. Looking to get started with a professional cosmetic tooth whitening, schedule an appointment today! We make dentistry possible for everyone despite phobia or anxiety while putting a smile on your face.