Sunday 21 June 2009

Teeth Whitening

By Gail Jones

Choosing teeth whitening products from the different teeth whitening products there are on the market these days can be very difficult. However, some of these teeth whitening products do not give the desired results.

If you were to ask the experts, they would inform you that the best method of teeth whitening is still obtainable through your dentist. Not only is it the best, but it is also the most effective and the quickest way to get whiter teeth.

However, not all people can afford the charges that come with such treatment. Another thing that deters them from going to dentists is fear. It seems that in early childhood, dentists are one of the most feared professions and that children just do not want to have to go to them. This fear continues on into adult years.

Although dentists do not recommend people to choose teeth whitening products, they all agree that some of these products are effective to a degree. According to many studies, most teeth whitening products can result in whiter teeth that can out perform any procedure supplled by your dentist, if used regularly and consistently.

Another plus point that teeth whitening products have, is that they contain the same ingredients that are used in professional whitening. Two of the active ingredients needed for whitening teeth are hydrogen peroxide and carbamide. These two products are also the ingredients that are present in some of the products that are on sale in everyday grocery shops and drug stores.

The only advantage that teeth whitening products have over professional whitening is that they tend to be very cheap. Everyone who finds out about them can afford to add them to their list of basic shopping things.

Most of these products can be had for less than $30. Compare this with the $100 or more that you are charged at the dentist's surgery. It will not surprise you that most people prefer them to the higher fees. Still, teeth whitening products do have some disadvantages. Some of these are:

1. Suitability. Teeth whitening products cater to all types of teeth, it is true, but then different people have different needs. What some people find to be effective may not work for others. This is one of the problems that people will come across with these 'home' products.

There are those who have sensitive teeth and gums. Reaction to the products will depend upon the suitability of the products to the people that are using them. Another option would be to try out different products until you find the one that is suitable to you.

2. Strong Chemicals Used. You will not know what your reaction to any given chemical will be until you have tested it yourself. As you do not know how sensitive your teeth are, you will also not know what might happen until you begin using the product. It is wiser to consult with your dentist before selecting any product at all.

3. Tray may not fit. The tray used in your mouth is not exactly right to you, so there is a tendency that it may either be too big or too small.

If it is too big, the chemicals may not work very well. On the other hand, if it is too small, it may cause gum bleeding and other side effects that could cause even bigger problems. Be sure that the teeth whitening precuts you select are suitable for you. If none of them works, then perhaps professional teeth whitening would be better for you.

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