Advantages:
People typically have their teeth whitened to improve
their appearance. Whiter teeth are associated with beauty and a healthier lifestyle. When
people have a brighter smile, they tend to smile more often and are less self-conscious.
In addition, a whiter smile tends to minimize the
appearance of facial wrinkles, giving way to a more youthful and energetic appearance.
Finally, a whiter smile gives people to whom you are
speaking a place to focus on and gives you a friendlier appearance.
Disadvantages:
Although bleaching is very effective, there can be
short term disadvantages, such as sore gums or teeth from the bleach. This disappears when
bleach use is discontinued. Some individuals are more chemically sensitive. If you are one
of them, inform your cosmetic dentist so that you can be tested for sensitivity to the
solution.
Research indicates that bleaching is completely
effective in more than 78% of people. In cases of serious teeth discoloration, bleaching
may not be the best choice. Veneers or crowns may be the superior choice. Bleaching is
usually the first solution to try due to its lower cost.
Some people experience discomfort from wearing the
mouth tray. This typically goes away in short order, but if you suspect that there is a
problem with the fit of your mouth tray, call your dentist's office. They can often make
small adjustments that will minimize or eliminate the problem.
Next: Teeth bleaching photos
- Introduction to teeth whitening
section
- How white can your teeth become?
- What causes your teeth to become discolored?
- Procedure description: Teeth whitening
- Typical cost of teeth whitening procedures
- Types of teeth whitening available
- The tray bleaching procedure to
whiten your teeth
- How much does tray teeth bleaching
cost?
- Laser teeth whitening
- How much does laser teeth whitening cost?
- Pros & cons of whitening your teeth
- Before and after photos - teeth whitening
- Personal experiences of teeth whitening patients
- Discuss teeth whitening in our discussion area
