I love that my family dentist is tech-savvy. It's so easy to book a dentist on his smartphone app if I have a tooth problem or if anyone in my family needs emergency problems (I can choose either my normal dentist or another dentist in his practise depending on availability). He also has some great cameras so that we can see exactly what is going on during treatment. I prefer not to see this, but my kids love to be able to see the dentist using his specialised tools to clean and repair their teeth. This blog has some tips on finding a tech-savvy dentist to help give your family the best possible dental care.
Your smile is the most important accessory you can wear, so you will want to keep your teeth as pearly-white as possible. If your teeth are stained or discoloured due to surface stains, teeth whitening is a great way to give your entire smile a much-needed aesthetic makeover.
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic dental procedure that can be performed at home or in the dental office. If you are looking to whiten your teeth at home, you may want to learn about the various types of home-based teeth whitening products available to you.
Though the list seems to be endless, here's a look at some common teeth whitening products that work.
Teeth whitening toothpaste
Teeth whitening toothpaste is used pretty much the same way as regular toothpaste, but the two types of toothpastes differ in terms of function. While regular, non-whitening toothpastes help to remove loose surface stains on the tooth enamel when brushing teeth, whitening toothpastes are designed to penetrate the enamel for a change in the colour of the teeth to a brighter shade. There is a wide variety of commercially available whitening toothpastes.
Visit your dentist to know which type of whitening toothpaste is right for you. Perhaps the biggest advantage of using whitening toothpaste is that they are easy to use. As long as you know how to effectively brush your teeth with regular toothpaste, you shouldn't have a problem getting the results you want with whitening toothpaste.
Teeth whitening pens
With the introduction of these pen-like applicators in the cosmetic dentistry world, whitening teeth at home as well as on-the-go has never been easier. In other words, these portable pens are perfect for whitening your teeth wherever you are and whenever you want.
Teeth whitening pens contain a whitening gel, which can be applied directly onto the teeth. The gel comprises a mild hydrogen peroxide formula to help in colouring the teeth white. The silicone rubber tip of the pens make it easy to contain the gel on the tooth enamel, hence making the gel work well. Consult a qualified dentist before using any whitening pen.
While the above discussed teeth whitening products have worked well for many people, they may not be suitable for everyone. For this reason, it is recommended that you seek the advice of your dentist before embarking on any sort of teeth whitening treatment. If your dentist establishes that teeth whitening is safe for you, they can recommend what products you can use for your self-administered teeth whitening.
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