Teeth Whitening Leads To A More Confident Smile
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic procedure that can change your appearance in no time. Home kits can take anywhere from 2-4 weeks and cosmetic dentistry can do whitening sessions in as little as one hour. The chance to change the look of your smile doesn’t cost a fortune or cause serious discomfort. It’s one of the easiest cosmetic procedures but also one of the most effective and noticeable.
Anyone who fears the dentist because they think it will be a painful experience needn’t worry as it’s very much a pain free experience. The worst symptom you will face is sensitive teeth during and after the procedure – this is very common, the general advice is to avoid hot and cold food/beverages following the treatment and to use a toothpaste that is suited to such a predicament. The over side effect will be muscle stiffness in the face as a result of constantly smiling to show off your new smile.
No matter your budget, you will be able to get your teeth whitened for a reasonable price. If you opt to do this at home you will look to pay between 20 and 60 for a home kit, the cheaper end tend to be white strips whilst you will pay more for light activated treatments. A visit to the dentist will set up back somewhere between 300 and 400 though look out for special offers.
There are many shades of white available and each procedure will be measured on this in terms of effectiveness. The strength of the chemical peroxide used will be the main factor used with chemical treatments – the stronger it is, the whiter your teeth will be. Like wise, with light activated treatments, the stronger the radiation, the whiter your teeth.
The way it generally works is teeth will become whiter the more exposed they are to oxygen during the procedure. The more oxygen that touches the surface, the whiter they become. You can use either procedure mentioned to remove stains from coffee, wine and smoking. Your teeth will then look younger and healthier, which in turn will give you a great smile. It follows that your confidence will be given a boost, making it a great cost effective way to make your life better.
Dr Cahill, of Cahill Dental Care, and his team offer a number of dental services that can turn an average smile into a beautiful smile.
