Teeth whitening has become an increasingly popular option for many people over the past few years. The number of over-the-counter products that promise to produce a brilliant white smile has exploded. In addition, many dentists now offer teeth whitening services in their offices. For those who are considering such a procedure, it is natural to wonder about the safety of the products and techniques. Drs. Bagley, Goodwin, and Hrinda, your Greenfield cosmetic dentists, discuss how safe teeth whitening truly is.
Teeth Whitening is Safe
When done carefully and properly, teeth whitening is completely safe. There is no harsh brushing or scrubbing involved in the whitening procedure, so there is no danger to your tooth enamel. Teeth whitening is achieved through the use of agents, often including peroxide, and gels. Most whitening procedures are designed for home use. If you do choose to whiten at home, make sure you follow all instructions. The agents we use for our in-office, one-hour whitening procedure are considerably stronger than any approved for home use. However, only our trained dentists and hygienists will be handling them and you will be supervised at all times during the procedure. Whether you choose to whiten at home or in our office, you can be assured that, as long as you follow all directions, your teeth and your overall health will not be harmed.
Teeth Whitening is Effective
In addition to being completely safe, teeth whitening is very effective. Done properly, your teeth can be restored to a healthy, gleaming shade of white that they may not have been in years. Ugly stains and discoloration are often completely removed. Patients have reported that the procedure has made them look years younger and increased their confidence levels. As stated, there are a number of over-the-counter products for sale at grocery and drug stores. While many of them can restore some whiteness to your teeth, none of them can make your smile dazzle like the products we offer at our office. We can either provide take-home treatments that will take several days, or our one-hour, in-office whitening procedure. Both are likely produce much more better results than any OTC whitening product can.
Consult Your Greenfield Cosmetic Dentists Before Treatment
No matter which whitening solution you decide to pursue, it is important to consult your dentist beforehand. You and your dentist can discuss your mouth’s overall health, decide if you truly are a candidate for teeth whitening, and figure out which treatment is right for you. If you want to give yourself the gift of whiter teeth this holiday season, call our Greenfield dentist office at 413-772-0842. We provide cosmetic dentistry to patients in the Western region of Massachusetts, close to the surrounding states of CT, NH, VT, and NY. Our patients come from the surrounding towns of Deerfield, Conway, Shelburne Falls, Turners Falls, Northfield, Amherst, Northampton, the 01301 zip code and surrounding neighborhoods.