Teeth Whitening And Beauty

Posted by Georgy | 5/13/2011

By Owen Jones


Selecting teeth whitening products from the different teeth whitening products available on the market today can be very confusing. However, some of these teeth whitening products do not give the desired results.

If you were to ask the experts, they would tell you that the best method of teeth whitening is still obtainable via your dentist. Not only is it the best, but it is also the most effective and the quickest way to get whiter teeth.

However, not everyone can afford the fees that come with each treatment. Another factor that hinders them from going to dentists is fear. It seems that in early childhood, dentists are one of the most feared professions and that children just do not want to have to meet them. This fear continues on into adult years.

Although dentists do not advise people to go for teeth whitening products, they all agree that some of these products are effective to some degree. According to many studies, most teeth whitening products can result in whiter teeth that can out perform any dentist-assisted procedure, if used according to the instructions.

An additional bonus that teeth whitening products have, is that they contain the same ingredients that are being used in professional whitening. Two of the active ingredients needed for whitening teeth are hydrogen peroxide and carbamide. These two products are also the ingredients that are present in some of the products that are sold in ordinary grocery stores and drug stores.

The only advantage that teeth whitening products have over professional whitening is that they are very cheap. Everyone who learns about them can afford to add them to their list of basic shopping items.

Most of these items can be had for less than $30. Compare this to the $100 or more that you are charged at the dentist's surgery. It will not astound you that most people prefer them to the higher fees. However, teeth whitening products do have some disadvantages. Some of these are:

1. Suitability. Teeth whitening products cater for all types of teeth, it is true, but then different people have different needs. What some people find to be effective may not work for others. This is one of the problems that people will come across with these 'home' products.

Some people have sensitive teeth and gums and their reaction to these products will depend upon the suitability of the products to the persons using them. Another option would be to try out different products until you find the one that suits you.

2. Strong Chemicals Used. You will not know what your reaction to a product will be until you have tried it out. Since you do not know how sensitive your teeth are, you will also not know what might happen when you start using the product. It is better to consult with your dentist first before choosing any product at all.

3. Tray may not fit. The tray used in your mouth is not exactly right to you, so there is a problem that it may be either too big or too small.

If it is too large, the chemicals may not work very well. On the other hand, if it is too small, it could cause gum bleeding and other side effects that could cause even bigger problems. Be certain that the teeth whitening precuts you choose are right for you. If none of them works, then perhaps professional teeth whitening would be better for you.




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