How to Get Started with Teeth Whitening Treatments
By Alex Semidey | Published on January 12, 2012 | 0 Comments
Men and women who want to whiten their teeth have hundreds of options to choose from these days. From the professional whitening systems sold at the dentist’s office to over-the-counter strips and specially formulated toothpastes, it can be difficult for people to know where to begin.
According to Fort Lauderdale, FL, cosmetic dentist Dr. Alex Semidey of Semidey Dental, it’s always a good idea to take the “less is more” approach when considering cosmetic dental treatments. Dr. Semidey recommends that patients take the easiest approach first when it comes to teeth whitening and move up from there until they get the results they desire.
As far as serious teeth whitening treatments are concerned, the Fort Lauderdale, FL, cosmetic dentist says most people will usually decide to begin by buying tooth whitening kits at their local grocery stores or pharmacies. Over-the-counter whitening kits are the cheapest and easiest option for most patients who are just beginning to learn about cosmetic dental procedures. Unfortunately, many people report that they are not able to get the level of whiteness they desire from over-the-counter strips and gels alone.
Dr. Semidey says many patients may not be getting their desired results from over-the-counter whitening kits because they aren’t reading the full directions. Patient compliance is a major factor that can negatively impact the results of an at-home whitening session. Patients who don’t care to follow the instructions as closely as recommended can expect that they may not get the results they want. It’s at this point that many of these patients start contacting Dr. Semidey’s office for help.
At Semidey Dental in Fort Lauderdale, FL, the cosmetic dentist offers bleaching agents that are much more powerful than what people could buy at their local stores. In-office power whitening sessions can take less than one-hour to complete, making these sessions a perfect option for time-strapped individuals who want whiter smiles in a hurry.
The Fort Lauderdale, FL, cosmetic dentist does not recommend teeth whitening for anyone under 18. Dentition matures with age, and people who are 16 or 17 may not have outcomes as favorable as their older peers. Additionally, Dr. Semidey says smokers, heavy coffee drinks, and people who drink a lot of tea should know that bleaching treatments alone are not going to get them to their desired shade of white. No matter how much bleaching a patient undergoes, he is still going to need to kick those other habits if he wants his whitening treatments to last.
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