Is Professional Teeth Whitening Really Worth It?

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You probably know that many dentist offices offer teeth whitening services, but why should you choose this method over the many different whitening treatments available at your local grocery or drug store? While some of the teeth whitening products available over the counter work quite well, a professional whitening treatment has many benefits that can certainly outweigh the convenience and cost of these do it yourself options.

 

1) You’re guaranteed even results when your teeth are whitened professionally.

The products available at your local store are more of a one-size-fits-all generic approach. A formula or trays that are not customized to your teeth and mouth may result in different shading among all your teeth.

When your teeth are whitened professionally, a bleaching solution is custom created for your unique needs, resulting in evenly whitened teeth.

2) A professional can remove stains.

Because over the counter bleaching solutions have such a low concentration of peroxide, it is difficult for them to remove very old stubborn stains or stains that go deep into the enamel. When your teeth are whitened professionally, the types of staining you have will be taken into consideration when preparing your treatment plan.

3) A professional can whiten your teeth quicker.

At-home bleaching kits from the drug store are designed to be used over the course of several days, sometimes with multiple treatments per day.

A professional can provide pleasing results in a much shorter time frame. Typically, in less than a handful of sessions.

4) Professional whitening is healthier for your teeth.

A professional will not perform whitening until after a thorough check up is done. If any problems are found, they need to be addressed before a whitening treatment can take place. The bleaching agent in whiteners is slightly corrosive, and if there are issues with your teeth or gums, they can be made worse with over-the-counter treatments.

5) You may not be a candidate and a professional will tell you honestly.

Not everyone is a candidate for teeth whitening. For example, a dead tooth cannot be whitened. A bleaching treatment will not do any good. If you speak with a professional, you’ll be able to determine a different course of treatment that will work.

At Theriot Family Dental Care, we offer two professional teeth whitening treatment options, take-home or in-office.  Ready to see if you are a candidate and find out what the service will entail for you? Request an appointment here. We’ll have your smile looking younger and brighter the safe way!