In Fountain Hills and across the U.S. one of the most popular treatments in cosmetic and aesthetic dentistry is teeth whitening. A bright smile not only makes you more appealing to members of the opposite sex but also radiates youth, health, and warmth. Given that tooth whitening can be accomplished several ways, its low cost, its popularity as a quick fix for boosting your appearance is certainly understandable.
How does Tooth Whitening Work?
There are three basic methods to whiten your teeth: whitening toothpaste, various over the counter take-home bleaching products and chairside dental professional teeth whitening treatment at your dentist’s office. Recently there has been a fourth option: tooth whitening centers in non-medical surroundings such as on cruise ships. However, these have come under criticism due to the lack of supervision by dental personnel.
Unlike other tooth-whitening methods, whitening toothpaste does not rely upon bleach to whiten, but generally relies on special abrasives. These abrasives can actually ‘rub-off’ tooth enamel, making toothpaste a less-than ideal method of whitening your teeth. Whitening toothpaste also takes two to six weeks to have an effect.
After whitening toothpaste, consumers can choose between take a home whitening kit or chairside (dentist applied) applications. A couple of considerations:
Over the counter take-home tooth whitening relies entirely on applying peroxide bleach to the tooth surface, applied either as gel in a tray, a treated strip or painting the bleaching agent on the tooth surface. To try to prevent damage from overexposure, concentration of the active agent is much lower than chairside applications. Unsurprisingly then, while take-home products may be a course of treatment over 2-4 weeks, chairside treatment is complete in just 1 visit.
There are also many types of in-office tooth whitening. Generally speaking, chairside tooth whitening involves the dentist isolating the teeth a liquid dam or gel to protect the gums and using a lip retractor. A bleaching agent (usually involving 40% hydrogen peroxide) will then be applied to the teeth. In some cases a type of light will then be shone on the teeth which interacts with chemicals in the bleaching agent.
Is Tooth Whitening Safe?
Generally teeth whitening is safe but there have been adverse effects reported on hard and soft tissues and restorative materials in the mouth. Accordingly, the American Dental Association’s position is that consulting with your dentist is very important.
In office professional whitening treatment at Parkview Dentistry is also less dangerous as we will apply a liquid dental dam to your gums which greatly decreases the chance of the bleaching material escaping and causing tissue irritation. Home treatment, unlike in-office treatment, has also been criticized because of the risk of overexposure to bleaching agents. There are some reports that overexposure could lead to longer term tooth sensitivity, but not much scientific information is available. Concerns have also been raised about at home bleaching where there are undiagnosed oral health problems.
What is the Best Tooth Whitening?
Philips Zoom! is simply the best in-office whitening procedure. I’ve used it on my friends and family to give them a boost before social events and they have been thrilled with the results.
- Zoom! is the No.1 patient-requested professional whitening brand and has great reviews.
- It is clinically proven to whiten teeth up to eight shades in 45 minutes.
- In a clinical study , Philips Zoom provided over 50 percent better whitening results than other in-office treatments, both immediately following the procedure, a week later and after 30 days.
When combined with the pH booster in the whitening gel, WhiteSpeed’s advanced blue LED light-activated technology greatly accelerates the whitening process, delivering dramatic results everyone will love in just one office visit. This is sometimes referred to as laser teeth whitening.
Watch this video for a step-by-step walk through of the Philips Zoom process and call our office for more information and to schedule an appointment today.
Should I Get Zoom! Whitening Treatment?
A question we hear from many of our Fountain Hills and Rio Verde residents is, “Can I get teeth whitening?” You may wonder if you are a good candidate for this treatment. Some people feel their teeth are not yellowed enough while others feel embarrassed about the stains on their teeth. You shouldn’t be. Often red wine, tea, coffee, soy sauce, tomato sauce and other foods and beverages that you consume daily cause the teeth discoloration.
You may want to consider tooth whitening if:
- You lack confidence in your smile and want to make a small fix to help you gain that confidence
- You have a special event coming up, and you desire a smile that stands out
- You want to eliminate the teeth stain caused by years of enjoying staining foods.
We will put you at ease when you step into our office. We have provided many teeth whitening treatments to people just like you. Get a boost in your self-confidence when you make an appointment for teeth whitening procedure that can change the way your smile looks.
Teeth whitening is safe and effective. It differs from the gels you can buy at the store. This is much more noticeable and produces longer-lasting results. If you are a smoker or have experienced your teeth yellowing with age, teeth whitening can reverse these effects as well. It takes very little time to perform, too.
Why Choose Parkview Dentistry for Your Teeth Whitening Procedure in Rio Verde and Fountain Hills, Ariz.?
Our patients know from the moment they walk through our doors that Parkview Dentistry is different from other places. We value our patients and their wellbeing. We are members of a small business of hard-working people who believe taking care of you is our most important duty. We put your comfort and treatment ahead of everything else. In short? We genuinely care about our patients.
That’s why we only use top-notch treatments like Zoom! whitening. Quality is important to us. Dr. Laskis has seen the impressive results delivered to our patients across Fountain Hills and surrounding areas, and she wants to help others achieve similar outcomes.
You can see our high standards for patient care in other areas, too:
- We only work with local laboratories, not overseas labs, to guarantee we get the best materials and equipment, no matter what the service.
- We are accredited by the Better Business Bureau.
- We never rush you to make a decision but rather encourage you to take your time to make the right choice for yourself.
Our philosophy embraces gentle dentistry. We always treat you like family because that’s how we’d want to be treated. We dedicate time and attention to explaining our procedures to you, such as how teeth whitening works and why this is the best method.
Make an Appointment to Get the Best Teeth Whitening Treatment
Our team of Fountain Hills dentistry professionals is ready to provide you with the teeth whitening treatment you desire. Contact us today to set up an appointment to discuss teeth whitening procedures.
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