BLEACHING TEETH

Men and women today desire a bleaching treatment that whitens the teeth within their budget, time frame and life style. There are all kinds of white teething solutions purchased from drugstores that are applied in dental venues or at home. Bleaching teeth is another option to whiten your teeth that is easy and affordable.

About Bleaching Teeth

This whitening procedure provides moderate substantial improvement in the aesthetic appearance of the teeth. After its application, you can immediately see its positive result. However, it is not a permanent solution as it needs maintenance and touch up for prolonged effect. According to the US Food Drug Administration (FDA), this type of application is allowed only when teeth needed to be whitened beyond its natural color. This is applicable only to products with bleach of hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide.

Risks in Bleaching Teeth

• Whitening teeth is safe when procedures are followed. Here are safety concerns associated with bleaching.

• Sensitive individuals experience shooting pains due to teeth bleaching. Extra attention is given to those with gum recession, cracks on teeth and leakage due to faulty restoration. Those with sensitive teeth are advised to use toothpaste with potassium nitrate.

• Gums are often irritated by bleaching; but it ceases after bleaching has stopped or peroxide concentrate is lower.

• Bleaching does not whiten restoration such as bonding, dental crowns or porcelain veneer so tooth colors are not uniform which is called Technicolor teeth.

Bleaching Teeth for a Reason

The percentage of success in using this type of whitening is high; however, it is not applicable for everyone. If your teeth became yellow or stained due to age, coffee, tea or smoking, then this is for you. Bleaching is also effective in making light gray stained caused by flouresis, smoking, or tetracycline. But if you have sensitive teeth, periodontal disease or worn enamel, bleaching is not for you.

Steps in Bleaching Teeth

Teeth bleaching, also called home bleaching has been time-tested, effective and economical that follows these steps.

• A dental staff makes impressions of your teeth to fabricate a bleaching tray appliance.

• Since the tray fits your mouth and is very thin & lightweight, you can wear it comfortably while you are awake or sleeping.

• With the tray, you'll receive the bleaching materials (gel) and instructions.

• The dental staff will explain everything which is quite simple, but very effective.

• Results are evident when using a stronger bleaching gel (22 percent) for only two to three hours per day but the best results are obtained within seven to ten days.

Work and Effect of Teeth Bleaching

Bleach agents contain 10% carbamide peroxide which is also known as urea peroxide. When this white crystal gets in contact with water, it gives off hydrogen peroxide which lightens the teeth. Lightness may last from five to ten years depending upon activities as smoking, drinking coffee and tea. Keep your tray in a safe place and do your touch up periodically.

Expectations of Teeth Bleaching

Bleaching will give your teeth a two shape improvements. The success of the procedure is determined by the type of stain involved and your cooperation. Bleaching teeth is not a magic procedure for it can only change colors of teeth from gray to lighter gray. It does not lighten artificial materials in your teeth as resins and porcelains.