Can Teeth Whitening Damage My Enamel?
Teeth whitening can lift away years of stains and help your smile look its absolute best. But can whitening damage the layer of enamel that protects your teeth? Here’s the surprising answer.
5 Reasons to Consider Professional Teeth Whitening
Considering we expose our teeth to foods and drinks daily, it’s no wonder discoloration and stains are so common. Not only do stained teeth look uncared for and unhealthy, but they can make us look older, too.
Fortunately, teeth whitening treatments can help. While it might be tempting to reach for an over-the-counter product instead of scheduling a professional whitening appointment, those over-the-counter products just can’t provide the same results as a professional whitening treatment.
At Park Place Smiles, Minal Patel, DDS, offers the advanced Pola® whitening system for the best possible results. Let’s look at five reasons why you should consider having your teeth whitened at our practice.
1. It works faster
Over-the-counter teeth whitening products typically require weeks of consistent use to achieve results. That’s a big commitment for whitening that’s just a fraction of what you’ll see with a whitening treatment in our office.
On the other hand, professional teeth whitening offers dramatic improvements in just a single, one-hour visit. That means you can have your teeth whitened in the morning or afternoon and be ready for an event the same evening. Regular touch-ups help maintain results indefinitely.
2. Results are more consistent
Over-the-counter products use generic trays or strips to apply whitener and keep it on the surfaces of your teeth. However, these approaches often result in inconsistent results, leaving yellowed or darker areas for a result that looks unprofessional and obvious.
During professional teeth whitening, our providers apply the whitening agent to all surfaces — even the hard-to-reach areas often “skipped” by over-the-counter products. Every treatment is tailored and adjusted to your needs and the unique contours of your teeth for beautifully consistent results that look natural and healthy.
3. It’s more comfortable (and safer)
Over-the-counter products typically require days to achieve their effects. That means repeated exposure to chemicals that can irritate your gums and cause days or even weeks of heightened tooth sensitivity.
Professional whitening treatments use special methods to protect your gums and prevent irritation. Plus, we take time to correct tiny flaws, like cracks and fissures, before whitening — flaws that otherwise lead to painful nerve irritation and tooth sensitivity.
4. Results last longer
Professional teeth whitening uses stronger whitening agents compared to over-the-counter products. Stronger agents penetrate teeth better, removing stains and discoloration affecting deeper layers of tooth material.
That doesn’t just mean better whitening results — it means your results last longer, too. Better still, Dr. Patel offers touch-up options to help you maintain your results and enjoy your beautiful smile far longer than you would with a drugstore bleaching product.
5. You’ll feel more confident
Better, faster, longer-lasting results mean one thing: At the end of your professional whitening treatment, you’ll feel more confident about your appearance. Getting the best possible results is a major reason why professional whitening is so popular.
With a whiter, brighter smile in just one single visit, you’ll be ready to flash your new, healthier-looking smile the same day with more confidence at work, at school, and in social settings. Greater confidence can also improve your self-esteem and your overall mood.
Professional teeth whitening is safe, effective, and fast — and it’s also a great way to look and feel your best. To learn more about professional whitening treatments with Dr. Patel and her team, call 626-226-1802 or book an appointment online with Park Place Smiles in Glendora, California, today.
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