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Common Teeth Whitening Treatments

July 10th, 2010 Owen Jones No comments
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As everybody desires to be a celebrity these days and looking good has become influential in obtaining a good job, teeth whitening has become a popular fad. In order to obtain whiter teeth, some people have turned to using whitening products.

Bleaching is far cheaper than other means of whitening and can be done at home with cheap over-the-counter products or even home-made treatments. Without whitening of some kind everyone’s teeth would discolour over time.

The worst items in common use that are responsible for teeth discolouration are cigarettes, coffee, tea and red wine. Brushing will get rid of some staining, but is not really completely effective unless the tooth paste is particularly abrasive, which is not a good idea because that will ultimately remove the enamel which does such a good job of protecting our teeth from infection and cavities.

There are lots of different teeth whitening systems on the market and some have advantages over others. Some are very strong and should only be applied under supervision. In other cases the dentist will need to apply some sort of protective coating to your gums so that they are not damaged by the chemicals in the gel.

The whitening agent is then applied to the teeth by means of a tray. You are in essence dipping your teeth into a bath of bleach which you carry about in your mouth. Therefore the tray has to fit your mouth, if it is going to be comfortable. There are two types of trays: the standard, one size fits all and the custom-made, which is moulded to fit your mouth by a dentist.

Sometimes these trays are used solely in the dental surgery and others are meant to be taken home for use there. The active component in the whitening gels is usually either carbamide peroxide or hydrogen peroxide. This kind of course of treatment normally takes three to four weeks.

There is also a whitening gel that you paint onto your teeth before you go to bed and leave on all night while you sleep. This gel should not be used more than once a week, but the results are quite good.

Another choice is so-called laser whitening. It is essentially a misnomer because the strong light used to ‘activate’ the whitening gel is not a laser at all. It is only named that because it sounds more hi-tech than ’strong light’. Hi-tech can be sold for more money than low-tech. In fact, many people are turning away from laser whitening, because it is actually unnecessary to have to ‘activate’ the product with light. It is only intended to prevent people from using the gel at home.

This form of treatment is the fastest because the products used are more highly concentrated than those sold for home use. This is reasonable, because people could hurt themselves at home with powerful products if they have not been trained to use them.

The results of a decent professional teeth bleaching procedure should last for about three years, whereas home treatments are on-going – you have to bleach every week in order to preserve the whiteness. However, all teeth whitening systems must ultimately fail, unless you stop smoking or and drinking red wine, coffee and strong black tea.

Owen Jones, the author of this piece writes on several subjects, but is at present involved with investigating teeth whitening dentists. If you would like to know more or check out great offers, please go to our website at Opalescence Tooth Whitening Systems

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Teeth Whitening Products: A Review

June 10th, 2010 Owen Jones No comments

Many people now regard teeth whitening products as one of life’s necessities, it has become so imperative to them to have white teeth. There has been a massive boost to the sales of teeth whitening products because people feel that they have to have whiter teeth for their self-confidence or their jobs.

There are basically two ways of getting whiter teeth: professional or home whitening.

Professional Whitening: this necessitates a trip to the dentist or other dental hygienist. Most dental experts endorse only one product, so it is better to pick the product rather than the dentist, if you have a preference for one whitening system over another.

A professional teeth whitening session will begin with an inspection of your teeth, as any remedial work will have to be carried out first. Then the plaque will be scraped off and your teeth will be polished. At this juncture, you and your dentist will be able to decide how much whiter your teeth should be. The colour of your teeth will be compared to a chart and the shade will be noted for comparison later. They may even take a photograph.

The actual teeth whitening session usually lasts an hour, during which you can watch TV or listen to music. The outcome will be visible after the hour. The cost is very much greater than any other form of teeth whitening

Home or DIY Whitening: there are dozens of home teeth whitening products on the market which are intended for use at home without professional guidance. Because of this, DIY products tend to be weaker than professional ones and so they take longer to achieve the same result.

DIY whitening is an on-going process, but you will have to read the instructions that come with the product to find out what you have to do. As a rule, you may have to whiten your teeth for one week a month.

There are also conventional home remedies such as bicarbonate of soda and lemon juice, which has very similar results, but you would have to use them once or twice every week to maintain your teeths’ colouration.

When purchasing products for home use, be sure to look at the contents. If you do not know what the names mean, look them up on the Internet before buying. Linked with the ingredients is the concentration of those ingredients. For example, a product label may state than hydrogen peroxide makes up 60% of the product. You could look up hydrogen peroxide and see if there are any warnings about using concentrations over 50%.

If you go for a professional treatment session, take note of how well you are treated. Are you satisfied? Did they ring you up a few days later to see if there were any complications? If you are not completely satisfied, maybe you should try home remedies next time

If you use a DIY product, do they have a good website? Does it tell you a lot bout the product’s contents? Are the directions complete and simple to follow? Is there a helpline? Again, if you feel uneasy for any reason, try another product.

Owen Jones, the author of this article writes on several subjects, but is at present concerned with investigating britesmile teeth whitening. If you would like to know more or check out great offers, please go to our website at Opalescence Tooth Whitening Systems

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Do They Really Use Lasers In Teeth Whitening?

June 8th, 2010 Owen Jones No comments

Teeth whitening is a cosmetic dental procedure that is common among top-flight professionals and those who have undergone tooth discolouration due to smoking, drinking red wine, tea or coffee, aging, or taking particular medications.

Teeth whitening remedies have come on a lot over the last five years and the price has come down significantly for home use. Whitening is now very popular among people of all ages, but especially among people with a high public profile or those who want appear good-looking.

There are quite a few systems for whitening your teeth. Some you can apply at home, but others have to be carried out in a dentist’s surgery. This latter type often fall into the laser therapy category. However, laser teeth whitening is actually a misnomer, because the bright light that is used to activate the tooth whitening gel is not a laser. In fact, there are whitening gels of the strength that only dentists can use that work just as well without using a ‘laser’.

Many people believe that manufacturers of the gels that had to be activated by a ‘laser’, said that so that they could take advantage of the buzz word ‘laser’ and charge more. On the whole, the claims relied on the ignorance of the client. Nowadays, teeth whitening gels are triggered by spittle or air. So, be wary if your dentist mentions the word ‘laser’ or at least ask about whether it really is a laser that they are using..

The fact is though, that treatments that are available to dentists are not available to the general public. The professional gels work a lot faster and seem to last longer. But then so they should at $500-$2,000 a session. The types of discolouration that are best treated by professional whitening techniques are those created by aging and drinking red wine, coffee and tea.

An important deliberation before you undergo teeth whitening is whether you have had a crown or false tooth fitted to go with your old discoloured teeth. If you do have such a replacement, the colour will be inherent in the fabric of the substitute. Therefore, bleaching will have no effect and that implant might stick out like a sore thumb.

Many people experience greater sensitivity of the teeth to hot and cold for between one and four days after treatment. So if you need to apply the gel twice a week, you will never get over the discomfort.

In general, you have to be wary of claims from manufacturers, vendors and appliers of teeth whitening products. Some countries have more severe laws than others, so you should be conscious of the laws in your country and report any transgressions, because too many lies have been told. In most countries. The situation has been has been cleared up a lot, but not entirely.

At the end of the day, if you are interested in teeth whitening, the old expression, ‘Buyer Beware!’ is still worth bearing in mind. Having said that, there are some great teeth whitening treatments out there.

Owen Jones, the writer of this piece writes on several subjects, but is currently involved with investigating teeth whitening dentists. If you would like to know more or check out great offers, please go to our website at Opalescence Tooth Whitening Systems

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Home Remedies For Teeth Whitening

May 28th, 2010 Owen Jones No comments

Although everybody wants whiter teeth, lots of people loathe going to the dentist. Until not so long ago, the only way to get your teeth whitened quickly was to visit the dentist, so a lot of appointments were missed and the teeth whitening sessions were postponed, often indefinitely. In fact, professional teeth whitening does not involve drills, but then a lot of people are ignorant of the whitening process.

When the manufacturers of teeth whitening products realized this fact, they began making home remedies for teeth whitening. Not only did home remedies do away with the fear of the dentist’s chair, but it meant that you could undergo your teeth whitening sessions at your leisure. Home remedies are also a great deal cheaper than a visit to the dentist’s. The fact is that the chief cost of professional teeth whitening is the dentist’s time.

If you go down the home remedies’ route, there are two branches you could choose. There are the manufacturers who make bleaching products and there are the original home remedies, which were used many years before chemical whiteners in bottles and tubes became obtainable.

The traditional methods do work and also use fewer ‘chemicals’ that shop-bought. The only idea with home remedies is that they are less powerful, so they have to be put on more often and on a repetitive basis, say weekly or semi-weekly. Here are a few traditional home remedies for teeth whitening you can experiment with:

Bicarbonate of Soda and Water: bicarbonate of soda can be bought in practically all food shops. Mix some bicarb with a half a glass of water and gargle with it, keeping the liquid in contact with your teeth as much and for as long as you can. This should lift a lot of the staining, leaving your teeth cleaner and whiter.

Lemon Juice and Salt: this mixture should be brushed onto the teeth and left to steep a while. Following this process for several minutes, twice a week will remove yellow staining on teeth, but it is not a quick fix, you have to keep at it, just as with all home remedies.

Bay Leaves And Dried Orange Peel: powder the two ingredients and brush them onto your teeth. If you feel it is too dry, you could mix the powder in with your normal tooth paste and leave it in place for a minute or two.

Orange Peel Pith: scrape the pith from the inside of an orange and rub it on your teeth, it will remove light staining and more with regular use.

The bottom line with all home remedies for teeth whitening is that they take effect over time. They do not work over night, because they do not include harsh chemicals, which many people see as a plus point.

Apart from these home remedies for teeth whitening being chemical free, they are also very cheap, if not free. Consequently, you can try them and if they do not work quickly enough for you, you have lost nothing, but a little time. These home remedies for teeth whitening do not have any side effects, unlike shop bought products.

Owen Jones, the author of this piece writes on several topics, but is currently involved with investigating britesmile teeth whitening. If you would like to know more or check out great offers, please go to our website at Opalescence Tooth Whitening Systems

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The Opalescence Teeth Whitening System: A Review

May 27th, 2010 Owen Jones No comments

Most people deem it important to take good care of their teeth because they do not want to have dentures and they realize how important theeth are for creating a good first impression. People remember meeting someone with a beautiful smile more readily and for longer. However, there are also people who rely on having a good smile to keep their job. The Opalescence teeth whitening system was made for people who want to have a lovely smile

There are actually four different Opalescence teeth whitening systems: one for use at the dentist’s; one for use at home; a travelling kit and a maintenance kit. The most popular Opalescence teeth whitening system is the take home, DIY kit. A great deal of people just do not have the time or the desire to spend an hour at the dentist’s. To say nothing of the expense. It often costs between $500 and $2,000 for a teeth whitening session at an oral hygienist’s office.

The DIY Opalescence teeth whitening system is a good alternative to this, because it costs less than $50 and can be done any time you like, at home and without supervision, despite the fact that it is a full-strength, professional grade tooth whitening system.

Most professional teeth bleaching products ‘require’ the use of a laser to activate the gel, but Opalescence was the first that said that the laser was optional. Recent studies have implied that the laser stimulator was unnecessary. It seems that calling it a laser was more to do with selling than the truth. Most so-called lasers were nothing more than strong lights.

This makes the DIY Opalescence teeth whitening system a much cheaper way of obtaining the same results, because most of the cost of professional teeth whitening is the dentist’s hourly labour charge. In fact, it outweighs the cost of the whitening gel by hundreds and hundreds of dollars.

So, you have two options, if you use the Opalescence teeth whitening systems: professional or DIY, but there is also a hybrid. You see, the Opalescence teeth whitening system works in trays and you can either use off-the-shelf trays or you can have your dentist make the trays to fit your teeth flawlessly. Then you can take them home to use later.

After using Opalescence teeth whitener there is little chance of you suffering the side effects that are sometimes coupled with other products. Opalescence contains ingredients to minimize making your teeth vulnerable to cavities and sensitivity. Therefore, you should not have problems eating hot or cold food as some people do.

All teeth whitening is an on-going process. You cannot just go to the dentist, have your teeth whitened and forget about them. Similarly with DIY teeth whitening. You will have to whiten every month or even more often and you will have to brush at least two times a day. You should also gargle with an antiseptic mouthwash that can cope with plaque. And lastly, gargling with water after drinking red wine, black tea or black coffee will assist your Opalescence teeth whitening system to do a fantastic job for longer.

Owen Jones, the author of this piece writes on several subjects, but is currently concerned with investigating laser teeth whitening. If you would like to know more or check out great offers, please go to our website at Opalescence Tooth Whitening Systems

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