Teeth whitening is so straightforward that it’s easy to mistake it for a simple procedure. But while you can whiten your teeth in a single appointment, what you’re doing to your enamel is still a dental treatment, and should always be performed by a dentist or with a dentist’s guidance. If you’re interested in Elmhurst teeth whitening, we have all the options you could need to bleach your teeth in whatever way makes you most comfortable. Learn how to whiten safely at home by scrolling down.
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Whitening at Home Safely
While in-office teeth whitening offers significant changes to your smile’s shade, not everyone has the time or finances to take part. Fortunately, there are other whitening options that will suit you – and we’ll help you find the right one.
There are dozens of teeth whitening kits available at your local drug store – how do you know which one to choose, how to use it, and whether it’s going to work? By checking in with our team, you can be sure you’re making the right decisions. Follow our tips below, and always give us a quick call if you’re thinking of trying a new whitening system on your own:
- Use custom whitening guards – When you whiten with a guard that perfectly fits your teeth, you avoid some of the dangers that can accompany home whitening, like exposing your gums to whitening agents.
- Follow instructions – Always do as instructed on your whitening kit. If you leave the strips/bleaching trays on for too long, you may experience sensitivity or even damage your enamel.
- Don’t develop unrealistic expectations – When whitening at home, you’ll see gradual changes over time, and need to continue treatments for them to be effective. Don’t overdo your whitening or expect the kind of results you’d see in-office.
- Never try DIY whitening – It’s dangerous to use concoctions that “may” whiten your teeth or offer a “natural” alternative. Make sure you only use thoroughly tested, ADA-approved whitening kits and professional products.