Perfect White Teeth

Perfect white teeth are extremely rare. Teeth come in a variety of colour tones, while the majority of people have slightly yellowish rather than white teeth. This, however, does not mean that you cannot achieve a perfect whiteness and a brighter smile.

How to Get Perfect White Teeth

Generally, you have two options to whiten your teeth. You can either use one of many over-the-counter tooth whitening products or have your teeth whitened professionally at your dentist’s office. The first option is typically tried with first due to the low cost. Unfortunately, many tooth whitening products which promise perfect white teeth show little or no effect. As a result, you can easily spend hundreds of pounds to try a few products only to discover that they are not as effective as they should be. In fact, it is not unusual to spend just as much as for in-office tooth whitening which shows results after a single treatment.

Professional Tooth Whitening

There are several professional tooth whitening procedures but the most common ones are bleaching and laser whitening. Both are safe and effective, so it is best to choose the one that is recommended to you by your dentist. He or she will first make a dental exam to evaluate your dental health and causes of tooth discolouration which will help him or her to choose the right tooth whitening procedure for you.

Efficiency of In-Office Tooth Whitening

As already mentioned earlier, professional tooth whitening shows immediate results. A single treatment is enough for perfect white teeth for most people, however, some may require follow-up treatments. Whether you will need a single or multiple tooth whitening treatments depends on the type of tooth discolouration and your overall dental health. The fasted results are achieved with healthy and slightly yellowish teeth, while brownish and grey teeth typically require follow-up treatments.

What if You Have Cavities or Multiple Restorations

Any tooth problems including cavities and worn out tooth enamel must be treated before tooth whitening. If you have multiple restorations, you dentist may advise you against tooth whitening and recommend veneering, crowns or bonding instead.

Is Tooth Whitening Safe

In-office tooth whitening is completely safe which, however, cannot be claimed for the over-the-counter products. These are not often only ineffective but may even cause permanent damage to your teeth or/and mouth, especially the dental-strength ones. Bleaching products which are used by the dentists are more potent than those that are available over-the-counter or even in the supermarkets but a professional application eliminates the risk of the gel leaking into the mouth or onto the gums as well as any areas being missed. Your dentist will address any potential problems before whitening and apply the bleach to your teeth with a custom made and perfectly fitting tray.

How to Keep Your Teeth Perfectly White

None of the available tooth whitening treatments including professional tooth whitening ensures permanent results. To keep your teeth perfectly white for a longer period of time, you are recommended to avoid foods and drinks that can cause discolouration, in the first place coffee, tea and red wine. Also, you are highly recommended to quit smoking, take care of oral hygiene and get a dental check-up at least once every six months.