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Different types of teeth whitening procedures

By Dr. Nasar Abdul Wadood in Chief Doctor, Align Dental Care

January 21st, 2020


A whiter and brighter smile is a dream for all. If you wish to get whiter teeth there are a lot of procedures available. You can choose the best out of it. Here are some teeth whitening procedures that help you.

Professional teeth whitening

Professional teeth whitening is the best and safest method to whiten your teeth. This method is usually performed by the dentist, and they know well about your teeth. They reduce the risk of gums and teeth damage.

Here in this method, a highly concentrated hydrogen peroxide gel is applied on the teeth, and the gel is hardened using polymerization light. The process is repeated until the teeth become whiter.

If you want to whiten your teeth within a day, professional teeth whitening is the best option. Remember it is expensive too.

In-home whitening

This is also one of the best methods of teeth whitening. In this method, your dentist will take an impression of your teeth and prepare a custom-made tray. A whitening gel is filled into the tray and placed it on your mouth. This keeps the gel in place and avoids direct contact with the gum as it harms.

The result will be achieved typically within 2 to three weeks.

Whitening toothpaste

While all toothpaste removes some surface stains due to their abrasiveness, whitening toothpaste do it a bit more. It can remove staining in teeth but not the internal color of your teeth.

This is because whitening toothpaste is more abrasive than normal toothpaste. A combination of whitening toothpaste and an electric toothbrush is an ideal option for teeth whitening.

Baking soda

This method is very easy where you can simply add water with baking soda and dip your toothbrush in it and brush your teeth. This method is very safe, as there are no harmful chemicals involved. This will remove some surface stains and brighten your teeth effectively.

Oil pulling

Oil pulling is an ancient method used to maintain healthy teeth and prevent bleeding gums. Coconut oil is mostly used for oil pulling. It eliminates bacteria that cause bad breath and remove some surface stains. It does not completely whiten your teeth, but due to its large benefits, it should be added to teeth whitening procedures.

Tips to prevent stains on teeth

  • Always eat food rich in nutrition
  • Brush your teeth regularly with proper brushing technique
  • Floss Regularly
  • Rinse your mouth after each meal
  • Avoid coffee, dark tea, and red wine
  • Quit smoking
  • Do oil pulling regularly

Always visit your dentist and get the best solution for your problems. Don’t create any problem by taking any risk on your teeth. Have a brighter smile.

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