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All You Need To Know About Teeth Whitening

by Lucy Petterson The Mindful Dentist in London
Teeth Whitening - It is one of the most common cosmetic dental procedures people all over the world wish to undergo. Yet, there are a lot of misconceptions attached to teeth whitening floating around. And these teeth whitening myths have prevented a lot of people from getting their dream-come-true sparkling white smile. Let us burst them!
 
Myth 1 - Teeth Whitening may ruin your tooth enamel
Not generally true! Hydrogen Peroxide or Carbamide Peroxide (agent composed of urea and hydrogen peroxide) are two major ingredients used for the whitening process. These are not the same as our household bleach containing ammonia. Actually, in the process of a chemical reaction Hydrogen Peroxide (H2O2) converts into water (H2O) and releases an Oxygen molecule (O). And we all know both are common and safe components of our everyday lives.

Myth 2 - Teeth Whitening is not safe
Again not true! Most recognized dental bodies worldwide validate tooth bleaching as a safe practice when done under the care of certified professionals. There are only two things to be taken care of - tooth sensitivity and exposure of the cleaning gel to the soft tissues and gums in the mouth. And any qualified dentist can easily handle this! Any side effects experienced during teeth whitening are temporary and are not permanent.  The saying ‘no pain, no gain’ is definitely true for any dental cosmetic procedures!

Myth 3 - All whitening gels are the same
Well, everything that glitters is not gold! There are two most widely used professional gels- Hydrogen Peroxide and Carbamide Peroxide. Although both contain the same active ingredient Hydrogen Peroxide, yet both are different. Carbamide Peroxide is slower and needs to be used with an Accelerator Light or be left overnight. While Hydrogen Peroxide works immediately on contact and is suited for use for short durations. it is more difficult and expensive to produce than Carbamide Peroxide.

Myth 4 - A teeth whitening procedure always results in perfect pearly white teeth
Not True! All teeth are not the same, and to expect the results that match the pearly white teeth of a celebrity is too much to ask for. Professional teeth whitening treatment can work only to some degree as each person's teeth have a different mineral composition, leaving varying degree of whitening results for different people. If your teeth are genetically in the tinges of yellow, even multiple teeth whitening sittings cannot give you perfect white teeth.
 
Does Whitening Toothpaste Work?
Teeth Whitening toothpaste help removes only the surface stains caused by drinking coffee and tea. Also, it takes 2 to 6 weeks to notice the effect (when used twice a day). Toothpaste cannot have a strong enough concentration of any chemical (bleach) that could make any noticeable difference to the whiteness of your teeth. So one should know these important things before buying such toothpaste.
 
Who all can go for  Teeth Whitening?
The generally followed norms of people who are suitable for teeth whitening South East London are:
•    Over 16 years of age
•    Nonpregnant or nonlactating ladies
•    No known allergies to Hydrogen Peroxide
Apart from the above, teeth whitening is not advisable for people with
•   Gum diseases
•   Those who are already wearing Dental Braces,
•   Or having open cavities, leaking fillings
•   Or who have recently undergone an oral surgery
•   Or suffer from dental conditions like Gingivitis or Periodontal disease
 
Risks Associated With Teeth Whitening
Whitening treatments are largely safe; however, some of the potential complications of these treatments include gum irritation, tooth sensitivity and streaks or spots. All of these are temporary and the effects would get reversed in the period of 30 minutes to 24 hours.
 
Tooth Whitening Relapse
Tooth whitening is a cosmetic procedure, and your teeth would regress to its original color over a period of time. Although it’s a gradual process, exposure to staining agents like coffee, tea, tobacco, red wine, can accelerate it. Results of a Teeth Whitening South East London treatment can last up to 2 years when proper care is taken.
 
When To Call An Emergency Dentist
Procedures like teeth whitening are cosmetic in nature. They can be well planned in advance and you get a lot of time to think and research on which dentist to choose. But not all dental needs are cosmetic in nature. There are many occasions when you need the services of a dentist in an emergency situation. Be it a sudden tooth pain, chipped or broken tooth or you have been involved in an accident that has hurt your face, jaws, and mouth, an emergency dentist South East London is the one you need!

It is always good you keep in mind good emergency dentist in and around your area as you never know when an emergency situation may arise. The Mindful dentist is one of the best Emergency Dentist South East London.

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About Lucy Petterson Junior   The Mindful Dentist in London

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