Written By: Debjani Arora | Published : October 11, 2018 7:43 PM IST
Teeth whitening vs whitening toothpaste: what's your pick. © Shutterstock
People generally prefer to use various whitening toothpastes available in the market over doing a dental whitening treatment at the clinic. This is mainly due to lower costs of the whitening toothpastes as compared to the huge costs involved in the in-office dental whitening treatment. Here Dr Karishma Jaradi, aesthetic dentist, dentzz dental care, tells us about the pros and cons of both.
While whitening toothpastes do prove to be effective in removing stains and help restore the natural color of the teeth, it takes almost three to four weeks to achieve the desired results. On the other hand, the whitening treatment performed at the dental clinic is time saving as the procedure takes only about an hour to complete and gives immediate noticeable results which last for more than 2 years. Whitening toothpastes contain polishing agents that gently polish the teeth and help to improve the overall appearance of the teeth. It is usually recommended by the dentist after the professional dental whitening treatment has been performed at the dental clinic. It is important to note that whitening toothpastes use enzymes and abrasives which scrub the stains off the teeth. Therefore, whitening toothpastes should be used under the guidance and recommendations by the dentist as these toothpastes have the potential to damage the teeth enamel and gums over a period of time.
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Teeth whitening procedures have their own side effects. This is mainly due to the use of various bleaching agents and abrasives during the whitening procedure. Therefore it is important to note that it is not feasible to go for a teeth whitening procedure if you have very sensitive teeth and gums, worn enamel, cavities, exposed roots and teeth anomalies. It is also not advised for pregnant or lactating mothers as it proves to be harmful for the baby. Further if you are sensitive to chemicals or bleaching agents inform your dentists to avoid any complications.
Now you are already aware of the different whitening procedures, its pros and cons, so do not worry and seek advice from the dentist to wear the beautiful smile on for a more youthful and energetic appearance.
