Have you always dreamed of getting that Hollywood smile, the one that flashes a perfect set of gleaming white teeth?
Well, your dream is completely achievable; simply book a teeth whitening appointment at your nearest dentist.
What Is Teeth Whitening?
It is the process of lightening and removal of stains and discoloration from the teeth. This process is one of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures. It requires maintenance, and in order to keep your teeth white, you need to visit the dentist frequently.
Pre-whitening Process
Cavities, debris, plaque, or tartar needs to be removed before the whitening process is started. As if the whitening solution passes through the decayed tooth, it may reach to the inner part and cause damage.
The whitening process may seem ineffective, if you have receding gums as the discoloration of the exposed tooth’s root and the newly whitened tooth will be obvious. Moreover, the process of whitening is also ineffective on porcelain crown or veneers.
Don’t be alarmed if the first procedure leaves your teeth a little sensitive. You can easily overcome the sensitivity by:
- Use of potassium nitrate rich toothpaste to soothe the nerves.
- Apply prescribed dose of fluoride before and after the procedure.
- Take a break from the procedure; let your teeth adapt. The sensitivity will be gone within 24 hours.
Picking The Right Shade Of White
There is no scientific method to determine the exact color of your teeth, but the dentist usually recommends choosing the white matching the whites of your eyes.
You will also be provided with a variety of shades to choose from. The common tooth colors at your disposal will be the following;
- Reddish brown
- Reddish yellow
- Gray
- Reddish gray
Every shade will have a variety of light and dark shades. You can choose the one that closely matched your teeth. Discuss with the dentist, your goal white shade and then he/she will recommend the shade as per your requirement. The whitening process can make a significant change of 9 shades in your tooth coloring, but mostly people see a change of 7 shades.
Tips And Tricks
- Make sure you are not color blind.
- When examining tooth color, stare at something blue before choosing.
- Don’t stare at a color for longer than 2 seconds; use a gray card to single out different colors.
- If unsure of your color, always pick a higher tone.
- Take a photo using polar eyes to distinguish colors better.
Seek Professional Whitening
Looking for the best teeth whitening services in Germantown? Advanced Dental Center is the place for you. We have an experienced staff providing cost effective cosmetic dentistry procedures.
