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Written by Holly Hillsbrand

Thursday, 24 April 2008

by HollyHillsbrand

It's pretty common to long for a really great smile. A kind of smile that shines whitely and brightly that you can show to the world. The dream of the perfect smile is becoming more attainable and people are spending much of their incomes on teeth whitening procedures. With the latest technology it is not uncommon to go into the dentist for teeth whitening procedures to try to get that perfect smile.

Whitening the teeth procedures are a valuable way to lighten the color of the teeth and leaves the surface of the tooth intact. Unfortunately teeth whitening procedures will only lighten the existing color of the teeth. With only a few that are truly blessed with very white teeth it is difficult for many to achieve that great white smile. Teeth seem to discolor as we grow up leaving our smile less than sparkling.

Our teeth can also be stained on the outer part because of the food and drink. Coffee, tea, blackcurrant and red wine have effect on the discoloration of our teeth. Smoking is another cause of teeth discoloration. Most people may encounter staining beneath the surface which is caused by tiny cracks in the teeth or certain antibiotics that absorb the stains.

The teeth bleaching procedure is the most popular and economic way to lighten the teeth. Teeth bleaching procedures require a special gel or rubber guard to be placed on the gums to protect them. A bleaching solution is then placed in a mouth shaped tray that is specially fitted to your teeth. Before any bleaching process discuss everything with your dentist beforehand.

The active chemicals in the whitening product are usually carbamide peroxide and hydrogen peroxide. As these chemicals break down they allow oxygen to enter the enamel of the tooth and cause a bleaching reaction. This treatment is conducted over a period of about 3 to 4 weeks.

The teeth whitening product usually contains carbamide peroxide and hydrogen peroxide as the 'active ingredients'. When these ingredients break down, the oxygen enters the enamel of your teeth thus, making the color lighter. The entire treatment can be completed in three to four weeks time.

As mentioned before discuss this procedure with your dentist before beginning as it may become uncomfortable for some. However, you can be showing off that winning white smile should teeth bleaching be right for you.

Laser Whitening. This is also called the "power whitening". Though expensive, a lot of people especially artists consider it as the best teeth whitening method. During this process, a rubber dam is placed over your teeth to shield the gums, and the whitening product is then painted on your teeth. A laser will be used to stimulate the chemical. The light will help boost the chemical reaction of the bleaching product, thus the color change can be attained more rapidly.

In laser whitening a rubber dam is placed over your teeth; again to shield the soft tissue of the gums. The whitening agent is then painted onto the teeth and a laser is used to activate the chemical. The light boosts the chemical reaction and a color change is often experienced immediately.

Laser whitening procedures can leave the teeth whitened for up to three years. Naturally you are advised to avoid the types of food and drink that will stain the teeth and smoking is really not recommended. A sensitivity of the tooth is sometimes reported after laser whitening; however, this usually goes away in a few days.

These are just two of the famous and best teeth whitening methods available. Despite the fact that they may cost a lot, the effect is still worth it. Through these methods, you'll surely flash everyone a perfect smile.

About the Author:

Holly Hillsbrand is a fitness and beauty fanatic. She contributes to the website Porcelain Veneers as a beauty consultant. Living in Florida, Holly acquired her own application of Miami Porcelain Veneers.

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