{"id":626,"date":"2022-03-28T12:14:36","date_gmt":"2022-03-28T12:14:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/west.sovalogic.com\/?p=626"},"modified":"2022-07-11T23:36:26","modified_gmt":"2022-07-11T23:36:26","slug":"teeth-whitening-safety-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/springtimefamilydentalcare.com\/?p=626","title":{"rendered":"Teeth Whitening Safety Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Dazzling smiles seem to be within everyone\u2019s reach, thanks to the booming teeth-whitening business. From over-the-counter strips to treatments in a dentist\u2019s office, you have a lot of options for brightening up stained or darkened teeth. Side effects aren\u2019t common when you use at-home products as directed, but they can happen. Before you start a do-it-yourself whitening routine, though, learn how to keep your smile safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Your Dentist First<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Get a professional cleaning and exam, even if you decide to whiten your teeth at home. You might only need a thorough cleaning to restore your smile\u2019s sparkle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your dentist will also look for cavities and check the health of your gums during the exam. Treating any problems before you whiten is always recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ask your dentist about which over-the-counter system to use and how much lightening you can expect. Teeth do darken with age, and the amount of colour change varies from person to person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shop Wisely<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At-home whiteners have peroxides, typically carbamide peroxide<\/a>, in amounts ranging from 10% to 20%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose a product with a peroxide level somewhere in the middle of that range. If the product doesn\u2019t bother your mouth but doesn\u2019t provide the lightening effect you want, you can try a higher level. If you have any questions, your dentist can help you find the whitener that best fits your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Follow Directions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t leave the strips or gels on longer than advised \u2014 you might wind up with sore gums and set yourself up for other problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After you whiten, avoid soda, sports drinks, or other acidic beverages for a couple of hours to protect your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Not to Whiten<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To be on the safe side, pregnant women or nursing mothers should postpone teeth whitening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Porcelain or composite dental crowns and bondings won\u2019t lighten up. So if you change the colour of the teeth around them, you might wind up with an uneven smile or need to replace old fillings and crowns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protect Sensitive Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your teeth may become mildly sensitive after you whiten, but it\u2019s usually short term. It might be less of an issue if your teeth and gums are in good shape. If it bothers you, stop the treatment and talk to your dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gel-filled trays, which you wear over your teeth like a mouth guard, can also bother your gums if they don\u2019t fit well. It\u2019s a good idea to stop using the product if you start having this problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t Overdo It<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

How much whitening is too much? If you follow a product\u2019s directions and get a good result, a once-a-month touch-up session is usually enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When your teeth reach a shade you like, you\u2019ll need to repeat the multiple bleaching sessions twice a year or less.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sources<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

SOURCES:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Richard H. Price, DMD, consumer advisor, American Dental Association.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Laurence Rifkin, DDS, Beverly Hills, Calif.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Michael Sesemann, DDS, president, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grace Sun, DDS, West Hollywood, Calif.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

American Dental Association: \u201cTooth Whitening Treatments.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jorgensen, M. Journal of the American Dental Association,<\/em> 2002.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Dazzling smiles seem to be within everyone\u2019s reach, thanks to the booming teeth-whitening business. From over-the-counter strips to treatments in a dentist\u2019s office, you have a lot of options for brightening up stained or darkened teeth. Side effects aren\u2019t common when you use at-home products as directed, but they can happen. Before you start a do-it-yourself whitening routine, though, learn … <\/p>\n

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