Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Why You Should Opt For Professional Teeth Whitening Gainesville FL

By Nora Jennings


Restoring the original white appearance of tooth enamel is almost impossible regardless of how many times you brush your teeth. If you are not happy with the appearance of your teeth, you can use one of the many tooth bleaching products and procedures available. By opting for teeth whitening Gainesville FL residents can be more confident about their appearance.

In general, the active ingredient found in tooth bleaching products is either carbamide peroxide or hydrogen peroxide. Tooth enamel lightens after it comes into contact with the peroxide. To get the best results, Gainesville FL residents should opt for tooth whitening systems that are customized for them by a dentist. Nonetheless, they can also opt for tooth whitening systems like bleaching gels, strips and trays.

Before a tooth bleaching procedure can be performed, a dentist first cleans the teeth, checks to see if the gums are healthy and fills any cavities. The bleaching gels used in the offices of dentists usually contain 15 to 35 percent peroxide. Bleaching gels can be used alongside high intensity light to expedite the bleaching process.

During an in office tooth bleaching procedure, the dentist will place a barrier on your gums and then place a paste of hydrogen peroxide on the teeth for a number of minutes. He or she will then rinse the hydrogen peroxide paste off and repeat the procedure several times. With this procedure, about 4 to 6 shades of bleaching can be achieved after a single forty minute treatment.

The tooth whitening systems for home use usually have ten to twenty percent carbamide peroxide gel and additional ingredients including carbomer, glycerin, water, flavoring agents and sodium hydroxide. Some of the gels that contain more than ten percent carbamide peroxide also contain sodium fluoride which plays the role of reducing sensitivity and strengthening teeth. To start the at home tooth bleaching procedure, your dentist will take models of your mouth and request custom mouth trays to be made.

You will then be asked to place a small amount of gel into the custom tray and wear it for 2 hours during the day or when you are asleep. Bleaching often occurs within a period of 1 to 2 weeks. You may be asked to wear the custom trays for a period of six weeks to achieve the best results. When in office and at home tooth bleaching systems are utilized together, they can give 12 to 15 shades of bleaching.

One advantage of using dentist supervised bleaching systems is that the dentist can determine if you are a good candidate for tooth bleaching and whether the procedure will be effective. If you have a decayed tooth, white spots, multiple colored crowns, fillings or periodontal disease, you may not qualify for tooth bleaching. A dentist can also determine the type of tooth whitening that can work best for you and the right bleaching gels to use.

A dentist can also treat you if you experience sensitivity to the bleaching gels and modify the procedure if you are having problems with obtaining optimal results. This professional can also help you explore other cosmetic options like the use of tooth colored fillings, resin veneers, tooth shaping and gum lifts to enhance your appearance. By using the services of a dentist in Gainesville FL, you can easily attain your cosmetic dental goals.




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