Because of the internet, self-healing, self-treatment, or do-it-yourself things have become the norm rather than the exception these days.
For as long as one knows how to read and browse the internet, the answers to all his questions is just at the tip of his fingertips or merely a matter of Google Search.
The same goes for teeth whitening. Unlike in the past when people used to consult dentists a lot for their teeth concerns, people are now having second thoughts about it because of the stiff price of consultation.
The dentists are not getting the brunt as much as surgeons or specialists do but the bottom line is that people are being aware of their self-cure because it is cheaper that way.
That actually holds true with teeth whitening. Because of the availability of products over-the-counter, many people are thinking that they can do the procedure without having to consult their dentist since teeth whitening is just a minor treatment.
However, it is important for these people to realize the importance of professional teeth whitening because it assures of effectiveness and its impact is also long-lasting.
The preferred method
Professional teeth whitening in a dental office is the preferred whitening method because even though stronger whitening agents are applied, the rest of the mouth, including the gums, is protected from these materials.
The best whitening systems feature a buffer in the gel that protects the tooth enamel from damage. They are extremely effective and can transform teeth in a single visit to the dentist. One’s teeth can literally brighten up to 10 shades in about an hour, details Your Smile Becomes You.
In-office whitening affects only the front eight teeth and is a great jump start for take-home whitening, which is always part of an effective whitening program.
The dentist is best qualified to handle any issues that may arise from whitening treatments, such as tooth sensitivity. Most tooth sensitivity cases are easily managed.
Teeth whitening can last for one or more years, depending on how well a person takes care of his teeth, and if he is following up regularly with a home whitening product for regular maintenance.
Inexpensive and easy-to-use
Commercially available teeth whitening products have become popular, mainly because they’re relatively inexpensive and easy to use.
There are a few over-the-counter teeth whitening products that can be purchased without a dentist’s supervision. They include whitening strips, paint-on tooth gel, mouth trays with gel, whitening toothpaste, and even whitening gum. These are typically safe products, but if one has oral concerns, it’s a good idea to ask a dentist if these products are safe to use.
But the person still has to maintain his own dental hygiene to make sure that his teeth whitening treatment get the desired results while enjoying it at a longer-lasting period.
While brushing and flossing are everyday ways to keep one’s teeth bright, white, and healthy, a regular visit to the dentist also helps in ensuring that teeth that seem to have lost sparkle or is more yellow than it used to be can still be addressed.
Over time, a person’s teeth can go from white to not-so-bright for a number of reasons including food and drink, tobacco use, age, trauma, and certain medications, notes Mouth Healthy.
People who want a quick fix to their teeth whitening problems have to be very careful with methodologies that they just find on the internet.
There is now a growing trend on the internet featuring a do-it-yourself teeth whitening methodology that utilizes a black mixture derived from charcoal and smearing it on the teeth before brushing and washing it entirely.
The procedure became an online sensation a few months ago when a YouTube user named Mama Natural posted a video showing the execution of teeth whitening using charcoal. The video has since amassed close to two million views on YouTube and it is likely that a portion of those who have seen the video may have already tried the methodology.