Importance of Safety in Teeth Whitening Treatments
Teeth whitening treatments are currently the most common procedure in cosmetic dentistry. Whitening treatments are available both over the counter and at our dental office. However, whitening your teeth safely is essential to obtaining the results you want. Schedule a visit with Dr. Ghasri, Los Angeles cosmetic dentist, to learn more about the whitening treatments that may be best for you.
Whitening toothpastes are common and easy-to-use. However, they use abrasive particles to scrub away superficial stains. While this can be effective for certain types of staining, it will not affect stains located deep within the tooth itself. Moreover, using whitening toothpaste too frequently can wear away your dental enamel and leave you more susceptible to decay. Whitening strips and trays are also available over the counter. These treatments may be more effective at reaching deeper stains, but they can take weeks or months to reveal results, and the non-customized mouth trays may leave your gums vulnerable to irritation from the strong bleaching solutions.
Our dentists whitening options include both take-home trays and in-office procedures. Take home trays are custom fit to your teeth, and you will be provided with specific instructions for use. The solution will be stronger than that available over the counter, which means that you will see brighter results faster. In-office procedures work in as little as one hour and can be the safest option. Because dental professionals apply the solution to your teeth and monitor it, there is a much lower risk of user error. Your teeth may be as much as eight shades whiter after being treated with the special whitening gel and light.
Contact Dr. Poneh Ghasri DDS, Los Angeles teeth whitening expert, to learn more or to schedule a consultation.