Having pearly whites teeth is a dream of many people. However, some bleaching habits can lead to serious damages rather than beautiful teeth. In this article, you will learn what habits shouldn’t be applied to your daily life if you want to whiten your teeth healthily.
1. Don’t use whitening toothpaste too often
There is a reason why it’s commonly said that one should use everything in moderation. It also refers to using teeth whitening products such as toothpaste. In general, whitening toothpaste can be a beneficial product if you want to get rid of light stains after cigarettes, tea or coffee. However, remember that you shouldn’t use it daily because it may cause some unexpected, bad result. Whitening toothpaste often contains ingredients that affect the teeth surface very strongly. That is why, prolonged use of it can lead to tooth sensitivity, damages, or other unpleasant consequences that will force you to your visit a dentist.
2. Don’t visit a beauty salon to whiten your teeth
Today’s beauty salons offer a wide range of services including face cleaning, depilation, manicure or teeth bleaching. However, in contrast to manicure, teeth whitening is a more complicated procedure and should be performed under the supervision of an experienced specialist, preferably educated in the dental field. Aesthetics salon employees often don’t have adequate knowledge or experience necessary to carry out the tooth bleaching. What’s more, the equipment used to complete the treatment should be thoroughly disinfected and sterilised with appropriate products, and this is often omitted in beauty salons. Such places also often lack tools suitable for proper dental treatment. That is why, due to your own safety, it is better not to visit aesthetic saloons if you plan to whiten your teeth.
3. Never improvise with teeth whitening on your own
Nowadays, various products can help you to whiten your teeth. However, you should never act on your own if you plan to undergo such a procedure. The best option is to visit a dentist and ask him for professional advice. Only an expert can tell you if the condition of your teeth allows you to perform the whitening practice. What’s more, the dentist will suitably prepare your teeth before any further action. According to specialists, the tooth’s surface should be cleaned right before the bleaching process to achieve the best results. Also, don’t forget to visit your dentist a few weeks after bleaching just to check if everything’s fine.
4. Be careful while purchasing bleaching products at online stores
On the Internet, you can find thousands of online stores that offer teeth bleaching products at low prices. However, before you decide to make a deal, think twice. Have you ever thought about why online products are often so cheap? The reason for this is simple: such products are usually ineffective and don’t have the appropriate license claiming their reliability. If you want to be sure, that you’re dealing with licensed product, double check if it’s approved by the Dental Association of your country. Otherwise, you might risk buying ineffective or even unhealthy product.
5. Don’t presume that all your teeth are the same
Unfortunately, many people who plan to whiten their teeth don’t realise that not all of their teeth behave equally under the influence of whitening products. If you have porcelain crowns or veneers in your mouth and you aren’t sure how to apply the whitening product on them, don’t risk and visit a well-trained professional. Remember, not all teeth are the same, and asking a dentist for advice will allow you to avoid an unpleasant lesson.
6. Don’t forget to brush your teeth before the bleaching process
It seems clear that you should brush your teeth before whitening process. Yet, many people forget to do it. It is worth remembering that teeth whitening can go all wrong if there is still a lot of food left in your mouth. Such food leftovers limit access to your mouth’s nooks and crannies, making whitening ineffective.
7. Don’t eat during the whitening process
Another mistake that is often made by patients who dream about white teeth is that they eat during the bleaching process. Remember that if you want to achieve a satisfying result, you shouldn’t drink, eat or smoke at the time you’re wearing bleaching strips. Food bits will influence the whole process by getting between the strip and your teeth. If the whitening product is disturbed, it won’t work correctly.
Conclusion
As demonstrated, there are many points to remember if you decide to bleach your teeth. Always consult a dentist before you make a decision to undergo this process and remember that you shouldn’t act on your own. Otherwise, you can worsen not only the appearance of your teeth but also their health.
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