Monday, December 29, 2008

How to Have Whiter Teeth

By Gray Rollins

Dentistry and its related technology are now formulating new products for teeth whitening because people become more concerned and conscious of their teeth nowadays. Of course, we all want to smile with pearly white teeth because it feels different if our teeth have no stains when we smile. The major concern is, are all these whitening strips, toothpastes, and dental treatment products effective?

Before we proceed on some tips to whitening teeth, let me just say that some stains are not external, because some stains begin from the inside the tooth itself and are related to medications like tetracycline, genetics, and other underlying diseases. In these cases, your dentist will suggest other things you can do to improve the way your teeth look.

Over years tooth whitening has become big business and dentists are definitely not the only ones cashing in. There are many types of over-the-counter products available to help whiten your smile. The primary categories for tooth whitening products include: Whitening Toothpastes, Mouthwash, Whitening Strips and Gums. These are home options that you can do to make your teeth whiter but some people would opt to go to the dental offices to whiten their teeth. The in-office teeth lightening procedure works very well. This is the fastest, but most expensive whitening option.

Pearly white teeth can add confidence and beauty whenever you show off a smile. It is natural for each of us to brush the teeth several times a day. Some of us are also using dental floss and mouthwash to keep the teeth clean and the mouth fresh all day long. However, sometimes, we tend to forget that some of the food and beverages that we eat and drink, such as coffee, tea, red wine, and other colorful foods, contain ingredients that can cause stains on teeth. These should be well taken care of after eating or drinking to prevent long term effect on the whiteness of the teeth.

There are many user-friendly and accessible ways of getting the teeth whiter. Different brands and products are available in any drugstores in town. Dentist can also do the bleaching process for just a few minutes in their offices or they can give you whitening or bleaching solutions for the teeth. Some people prefer to do the process by themselves using the best teeth whitening products at home.

Some solutions have side effects on gums; irritation and burns may occur, especially if your gums are sensitive or if you are allergic to some ingredients of the solution. To prevent any major problem regarding the procedure, let the dentist know if you are allergic to some chemical-based solutions or if you have undergone dental operation before so he would know what solution to use and what procedure to do to improve the condition of your teeth.

The consultation will help the dentist to inspect your gums and verify the right whitening solution suitable for your gums. In case your gums react to the solution due to allergy to one of its ingredients, stop using the solution or the product and see the dentist immediately to know what medication is needed.

Whichever way you choose to have whiter teeth, you deserve to have it. Now that teeth whiteners are already available in the market, go ahead, flash your beautiful smile with your pearly white teeth. - 15343

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