06 Apr Dentistry Myths: All Teeth Whitening Options Are the Same
You may have seen an array of teeth whitening treatments on the shelf at your local grocery store or pharmacy and been tempted to try one out. After all, they do seem convenient and affordable. However, you may want to consult with a dentist to learn about all of your options for this treatment, as there are significant differences between the products available in stores and those that you get from your dentist.
Many patients don’t realize that the teeth whitening treatments offered by a cosmetic dentist can use stronger bleaching agents that achieve more noticeable and consistent results.
In some cases, professional treatments may also leave the patients teeth up to 10 shades whiter in a much shorter time frame than over-the-counter options. For example, a system called Zoom whitening can significantly brighten a patient’s smile in as little as an hour.
Zoom whitening uses a specialized laser to activate the bleaching gel, allowing it to take effect much more quickly than a method that merely applies the gel to the teeth and waits for it to work its magic.
So, patients who need a speedy smile upgrade for a big event, or even those who just don’t want to wait days for pearlier whites can benefit from working with a cosmetic dentist who offers Zoom.
Of course, no teeth whitening treatment offers a permanently whiter smile, not even Zoom. However, your dentist may be able to work with you on a treatment plan that includes at-home follow-up treatments for additional convenience.
Your dentist can also give you tips to help you extend the results you get from Zoom. You may want to limit your consumption of foods and beverages that can stain the teeth, such as coffee, red wine and berries. Ask if there are any other specific strategies that can help you keep your smile whiter for a longer period of time.
If you want noticeably whiter teeth in a brief period of time, you may want to leave those over-the-counter treatments on the shelf. Contact the office of Dr. John Huriega and schedule a consultation to learn more about the benefits of Zoom.