Most people are familiar with the over the counter teeth whitening kits that can be purchased and used at home. These kits contain low levels of a bleaching agent and do help brighten smiles. Unfortunately they can take some time to work, and many people complain about increased tooth sensitivity (particularly to temperature extremes of cold and hot) after using these products.
Teeth Whitening in SoHo, New York is a straightforward dental office procedure that is not only more effective than home bleaching; it is also far faster, providing visible results immediately following the procedure. Another advantage to in-office whitening (also known as power, pro or chairside whitening) is the degree to which the dentist is able to combat tooth sensitivity with fluoride and potassium nitrate. The thickness of the professional’s bleaching agent plays a factor in the reduction of tooth sensitivity as well. The thicker peroxide solution doesn’t “sink into” the surface of the teeth the way the thinner, over the counter product does.
When a person considers Teeth Whitening in SoHo, New York, it is important to have realistic expectations of the procedure. Teeth whitening is most effective on teeth that are yellowed from age or that have been stained by food or drink. Coffee, tea, colas and dark fruits often are responsible for the darkening of the enamel of the teeth.
Inorganic stains such as those that are the result of trauma, flourosis or from one’s mother taking tetracycline during pregnancy (this changes the structure of the tooth enamel as well as that of the underlying dentin, causing them to have a brownish cast) are usually not responsive to any bleaching process.
No other cosmetic dental procedure in the world today is as popular as is in-office teeth whitening. In today’s fast paced culture, nearly everyone appreciates the nearly instant gratification that professional whitening provides. These results, while quick, relatively painless and attractive, are not permanent. As a person continues to age and consume enamel staining foods and drink, the teeth will gradually again become discolored. For this reason, many dentists suggest that the results of the in-office whitening procedure be maintained either with repeated whitening sessions every few months or else with the occasional use of low dose over the counter products.
