Whitening Systems
The abundance of whitening systems available in the market today prove that there are lots of demands generated by consumers on how to get their teeth whitened and teeth whitening systems really work.
Teeth whitening system ranges from whitening toothpastes, OTC whitening gels, whitening strips, trays and paint-on peroxide bleaching whiteners.
All toothpastes contain mild abrasives to remove stains from the teeth surfaces. Whitening toothpastes enhance this function with the addition of mild polishing chemical agents.
In contrast to bleaching agent used in most teeth whitening system, whitening toothpaste can only remove stain on the tooth surface and lighten the tooth’s color to a specific shade.
Peroxide based whitening gels are applied directly to the teeth surface with a brush. After a few days of the 14-day treatment course of applying the gel for twice a day which cost $15, lightening effects can be seen on the teeth surface in which the whitened teeth can last for a period of 4 months.
Whitening strips are also applied twice a day for a period of 14 days. The individual can wears the strip without drawing attraction from others as the peroxide strip looks “almost invisible”. This product cost ranges from $10 to $55.
Most of us use mouthwash rinses to freshen breadth and reduce dental plaque. Whitening rinse which include hydrogen peroxide not only accomplish the above functions but also whiten one’s teeth.
Whitening rinses must be the most economical whitening system available in the market as they only cost $10 for a 30-day supply usage. Not only that, they are also very easy to use as one only need to gargle the rinse in his mouth for a minute. Therefore, its lightening effect might be the poorest among all the whitening system as the bleaching agent contact with the teeth is very minimum.
In tray based teeth whitening system, a peroxide based gel fills up the tray that resembles a mouth guard. This whitening tray can be worn for a couple of hours a day. For individual who wish to achieve a high degree of whiteness in their teeth, they have to wear this tray over a period of months.
The fastest whitening system effect that an individual can see ( in fact immediate after the the treatment, though the immediate dramatic whitening effect is not “permanent” and not entirely due to the bleaching agent as the teeth dehydration process kicks in) must be the in-office bleaching or whitening system performed at the dental clinic.
The hydrogen peroxide bleaching agent, applied directly to the teeth, can be used in combination with heat, light or laser. Whitening result can be seen in a single treatment which lasts under an hour, though more dramatic effects can be seen after a few more treatment sessions. Before the whitening procedure is carried out, the teeth need to be washed to remove any stains and plaque residues.
Teeth whitening is the most recommended cosmetic dentistry as bleaching to get a whiter tooth can really give a good result in enhancing the appearance of a smile. There are many whitening systems available in the market nowadays
