Typical adults flash a smile 20 times per day.
But if you don’t feel confident in how your teeth look, you might try to hide that smile.
Teeth whitening is a popular way for adults to improve their smiles and feel more confident. Market research shows projections of a $6.6 billion teeth whitening market by 2025.
From whitening toothpaste and home whitening kits to having teeth whitened professionally, you have many options to consider.
But which teeth whitening options are the safest and most effective?
Going the professional whitening route offers many benefits. Keep reading to learn more about those reasons.
Personalized Whitening Options
Over-the-counter whitening products take a one-size-fits-all approach to teeth whitening. You get strips or trays that are the same for everyone.
This means the treatment doesn’t get applied only to your teeth. It often gets on your gums as well.
When you go to a dentist for a whitening treatment, you get a personalized approach. Your dentist can tell you if you’re a good candidate for teeth whitening before you start.
Custom trays that keep the whitening treatment only on your teeth make it easier on your mouth.
Your dentist might also recommend a certain type of whitening treatment or use different strengths of whitening gel based on your whitening needs.
Faster, Longer Lasting Results
Professional teeth whitening treatments often give you immediate results in just one visit. The products used are stronger than over-the-counter options.
The fast results make professional whitening especially beneficial if you have an upcoming event, such as a wedding or professional presentation.
The strips and gels you get at the store have a much lower concentration of the active ingredient, often hydrogen peroxide. The lower concentration prevents damage to your sensitive gums.
A lower concentration also means you need a lot more applications of the product for it to work. You might not notice results until you’ve done multiple applications, which can be frustrating.
The results from a professional whitening also tend to last longer.
Safer Option
Your dentist understands the risks of the chemicals used in whitening products. When done under supervision, the treatment can be safer.
Your dentist can ensure the treatment is working the way it’s designed without causing damage to your teeth or gums. Gum and tooth sensitivity can happen with some whitening treatments. your dentist can help you avoid those issues.
Easier Treatment
Getting strips or trays aligned on your teeth can be difficult and messy. You might forget to do your treatments since they require multiple applications, which can slow the whitening.
When you go to a dentist for whitening, you have a scheduled appointment so you won’t miss anything.
You also leave all of the work to a professional. Dentists perform whitening treatments regularly, so they know how to do it well.
You can sit back while your dentist does the work, making it a much easier option.
Have Your Teeth Whitened Professionally
When you have your teeth whitened professionally, you see faster, better results that last. You also eliminate some of the risk that can come with over-the-counter treatments.
Are you ready for a brighter smile? Contact us for more information on our teeth whitening services.
