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Pearly whites not sparkling? It may be time to try a bleaching product. Read on to learn how to bleach your teeth.
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Introduction
- Teeth-whitening is the number one cosmetic service requested by Americans. If whitening toothpastes just aren't make your teeth gleam, you may want to try bleaching your teeth.
- Keep in mind, bleaching may not work on all smiles. Bleaching products will only whiten natural teeth and will not work on tooth-colored fillings and bondings. Also, teeth with brown or gray hues may not bleach well.
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Visit Your Dentist
Not only can your dentist recommend ways to whiten your teeth, but in-office bleaching is often the most effective method to whiten teeth.- A bleaching solution is applied to the teeth.
- Heat or a laser may be used to accelerate the process.
- Treatments are 30 to 60 minutes long.
- You should see results after one bleaching treatment, but may need several to get the brightness you want.
Bleach Your Teeth at Home
- Bleaching your teeth at home is an affordable way to achieve a whiter smile.
- Buy a bleaching solution.
- You can buy a bleaching solution from your dentist or over-the-counter.
- Bleaching solutions contain a concentration of carbamide peroxide, such as 10 percent, 16 percent and 22 percent, in the form of a gel.
- For safe and effective results, choose a bleach with the ADA Seal of Acceptance.
- Place the gel in a mouth tray.
- Follow usage directions carefully to avoid side effects.
- Some gels are meant to be used overnight.
- Others may be used twice per day.
- You should see results in one to two weeks.
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