You can whiten your teeth with a take home kit from over the counter, however, it won’t be as effective as an in-chair treatment. In-chair teeth whitening treatments lead to more effective results without damaging your tooth enamel. In addition, results are visible instantaneously.
How does it work?
The peroxide in teeth whitening products dissolves the organic stains in the tooth to change the colour and leave you with whiter looking teeth. This is achieved by entering the tiny pores of the enamel and dentin before breaking up the stains that block out light. This allows for more light to pass through the teeth making them appear lighter.
Advantages of Teeth Whitening
- It doesn’t damage tooth enamel and it doesn’t increase sensitivity to certain foods
- It enhances your appearance. A whiter smile makes you appear more youthful, which in turn helps you to look and feel a lot healthier
- The procedures can be completed in one session and will last for months, depending on your lifestyle