One of the great things about living in today’s world is the fact that you don’t need to settle for a smile that you aren’t proud to show off. Pesky discoloration can be a thing of the past. While many people try the store-bought route when it comes to teeth whitening, disappointment often follows. Most of the time, you would be better choosing a professional teeth whitening kit from your dentist, especially if you want noticeable results in a short period of time. Continue reading to learn about the drawbacks of store-bought whitening kits and how professional teeth whitening in Windermere works.
What Are the Drawbacks of Store-Bought Whitening Kits?
Store-bought teeth whitening kits don’t usually deliver the results that you have been hoping for. The whitening agent isn’t nearly as powerful as professional kits, and they can be quite harmful for your smile. Here’s how:
- Harmful for gum tissue: Store-bought whitening kits can damage your gum tissue because of the peroxides that are used as ingredients. Whether you choose whitening strips or gel trays, you can cause unnecessary contact between your gum tissue and the whitening agent. With professional kits, the trays are customized to fit you perfectly, therefore preventing gum irritation.
- Damaging to protective enamel: When they aren’t used properly, store-bought kits can cause enamel erosion. This is because many of them contain sodium bicarbonate and hydrogen peroxide. Ultimately, this can expose the dentin beneath the enamel of your teeth over time. This causes discoloration, sensitivity, and pain.
- Aggravates dental problems: If you have a dental issue, like a cavity or crack, store-bought whitening kits can make this much worse. The bleaching agent can seep into any crevices and travel to the root of the tooth. This is incredibly painful and could require a root canal to fix. With profession whitening kits, your dentist will check your smile for dental issues ahead of time.
How Do Professional Take-Home Teeth Whitening Kits Work?
For safer, more dramatic results, professional teeth whitening is recommended. First, your dentist will check your smile for any existing oral health problems so they can be resolved before your whitening treatment. Your dentist will provide you with whitening trays that are customized to fit your smile perfectly as well as a professional grade whitening agent that is stronger than anything you can find in stores. This way, you can whiten your smile in the comfort of your own home. You will have dramatic in just a couple of weeks!
If you are wanting to brighten up your smile, ask your dentist about professional take-home whitening kits. You will be able to show off a beautiful, white smile without additional risks!
About the Author
Dr. Matthew McKissock earned his DMD from the University of Florida’s College of Dentistry and has received intensive cosmetic training at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies. He has also attended the world-renowned Pankey Institute. Currently, he is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. McKissock offers both in-practice and take-home teeth whitening. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit his website or call (407) 909-1099.
