{"id":204687,"date":"2022-06-16T11:02:25","date_gmt":"2022-06-16T11:02:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.metroeastdentalcare.com\/?p=204687"},"modified":"2022-07-16T11:04:36","modified_gmt":"2022-07-16T11:04:36","slug":"over-the-counter-teeth-whitening-vs-professional-teeth-whitening","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.metroeastdentalcare.com\/over-the-counter-teeth-whitening-vs-professional-teeth-whitening\/","title":{"rendered":"Over-the-Counter Teeth Whitening vs. Professional Teeth Whitening"},"content":{"rendered":"
A brighter, whiter smile can give anyone a boost of confidence,<\/a> but over the years, your teeth begin to lose their bright shine for a variety of reasons, like food stains<\/a>. If you are considering whitening your teeth, there are many options for you that include doing it at home, or getting them whitened in Dr. May\u2019s office.<\/p>\n First thing\u2019s first \u2013 if you are considering whitening your teeth, you need to consult with your dentist. You and Dr. May can come up with a course of action that will work best for your teeth and smile, and come up with a plan to get your teeth bright white once again.<\/p>\n When you choose to whiten your teeth<\/a>, either at home or at the dentist\u2019s office, most of the time, the kits will contain either hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. Both solutions work to break down stains on your teeth to make them whiter.<\/p>\n The difference is that hydrogen peroxide works faster, usually in about 30 to 60 minutes, while carbamide peroxide takes longer to work, and results could take up to six hours to see the full effects. Both solutions are effective and do the same thing with the same result\u2013whiter teeth!<\/p>\n There are two options available for you if you want to whiten your teeth at home: you can use an over-the-counter option that you can get at your local drug store or grocery store, or you can use a professional kit provided by your dentist to use at home.<\/p>\n Before you use an at-home kit, read the instructions all the way through! Next, you\u2019ll want to brush and floss your teeth very well so the whitening solution has a smooth and clean surface to adhere to.<\/p>\n An at-home teeth whitening kit is often a strip that you adhere to your teeth. Make sure the strip fits closely to the teeth and doesn\u2019t touch the gums<\/a>, as the teeth whitening solution can cause gum irritation.<\/p>\nConsult with a dentist<\/h2>\n
What is involved with teeth whitening?<\/h2>\n
At-Home Options<\/h2>\n