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All of us hope for a brighter, whiter and that movie star-like smile. Who wouldn't want
that? It is all thanks to modern cosmetic dentistry that pearly white teeth can be achieved.
By far, teeth whitening have become the most popular cosmetic dental procedure. With a
variety of cosmetic dental procedures and products, we can all have pearly whites.
A bright smile with white teeth is the first thing that people see. That is why teeth whitening
have become a huge phenomenon. People who want to have pearly whites have been looking
for ways to improve their smile since they want to look prettier, youthful and confident.
However, most people opt for over-the-counter teeth bleaching products as they are more
budget-friendly than costly cosmetic dental procedures.
It can be both devastating and baffling to choose which of the many whitening products
best suit your dental needs. Before using whitening or bleaching products, it is important
to know a few facts on different teeth whitening products, its difference, how they work, its
known side effects and their known effectiveness.
Common Teeth Whitening Products:
*Whitening toothpastes and mouthwashes - the best and safest ways to clean and whiten our
teeth giving us a cleaner, whiter and fresher breath. It contains mild abrasives which help
in removing stains on the teeth's surface. Results will be seen in a much longer time
but and with regular use, you will have your much desired whiter teeth.
*Whitening gel - is best for treating tarnished teeth. Gels which are peroxide-based are applied
on our teeth using a toothbrush. Twice a day application for about two weeks is usually
advised for best results.
*Whitening strips - these fine polyethylene strips are hydrogen peroxide-coated and are
made up of plastic, are thin and very flexible. These strips are applied on the teeth surface
and because they flexible, they can easily adapt the shape of the teeth. In just a few
days after your application, you will immediately see the results. They are said to be much
effective than whitening toothpastes.