Teeth Whitening in Springfield is a process for thinning (and whitening) tooth enamel using a bleaching solution. This can be either carbamide peroxide, hydrogen peroxide, or both. Initially reserved for medical indications or discoloration (staining with antibiotics), dental whitening is largely commoditized, and is commonly used for aesthetic purposes. If you are thinking about undergoing a whitening procedure, it is best that you speak with your General Dentist first. This consultation visit will ensure that any questions you have are answered, also giving the dentist a chance to see if you have any underlying conditions preventing you from having the procedure.
There are three ways to whiten teeth:
* At home with products sold commercially
* At home under the supervision of the dentist
* In a dental office
These three methods each have their advantages and disadvantages. For instance, whitening teeth at home with commercial products involves a lot of materials. You also have an array of products you can use, but you also have to use them for weeks on end for them to work. Whitening kits, toothpastes, strips, gels with applicators the list goes on. However, all this work and the results are nowhere near what you would get in a dental clinic.
We now come to teeth whitening at home under the supervision of your dentist. He or she will give you a tray that fits over your top and bottom teeth. These troughs are filled with custom whitening gel containing hydrogen peroxide. For 30 minutes to an hour a day, you will wear these trays and watch your smile transform gradually. This type of procedure is more effective than home kits, but still less effective than in-clinic procedures.
Clinic whitening is the most effective because it allows the dentist to check for any damage, decay, loosening, tooth wear, presence of amalgam exposed to corrosion, etc. All of these issues can affect the outcome of Teeth Whitening in Springfield. In addition to these issues, it is possible for the dentist to see if there is any abnormal pain response during the procedure. If so, this could be a serious problem that needs to be addressed before the whitening goes any further.
For more information about Teeth Whitening in Springfield, or if you have questions about other dental matters, contact your nearest Springfield dentist today.
