Why You Should Avoid Over-The-Counter Teeth Whitening

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Because our individual smiles tell everyone we come in contact with so much about us, it’s no wonder that we want to keep them looking bright and cheerful as much as possible. Our smiles and our teeth are also an important part of our self-esteem. Many people want to take good care of their smiles, including whitening their teeth so they always look amazing.

There are many different options available to whiten teeth, including some methods that you can buy at your local drug store. However, there are some risks involved in using these. Here are a few reasons why you should avoid over-the-counter teeth whitening products.

Chemicals May Be Too Strong

While there has been some definite improvement with over-the-counter teeth whitening products over the years, they still fall short when compared to professional teeth whitening. One reason is that over-the-counter products sometimes contain higher concentrations of whitening solution than what is needed. If the chemicals that whiten the teeth are more than your teeth can handle, you may actually end up damaging your teeth.

On the other hand, there are some products that do not have a high enough concentration of solution, which leads to very little change if any. To ensure you get the right whitening solution at the right level, it is best to go through your dentist.

Inability to Clean Thoroughly

Even some of the most effective over-the-counter teeth whitening products fail to provide a complete and even cleaning. Many of these products are designed and constructed in a “one size fits all” fashion, which limits their ability to effectively clean each individual mouth. Small crooks or twists in a specific person’s mouth might get skipped over when using one of these products.

Smile Concepts, on the other hand, customizes their teeth whitening techniques to each individual, leading to a better and more thorough cleaning overall. Using our Zoom Whitening process or our Glo Whitening process, we can make your teeth up to eight shades whiter in as little as an hour.

Can Lead to Increased Sensitivity

One of the risks of using any type of teeth whitening is that it can cause damage to your teeth. This is especially true if you are already experiencing sensitivity. The chemicals used in over-the-counter products can make your sensitivity even worse if you have any kind of decay or recession in your mouth already. It’s better to have a thorough check up and evaluation before using teeth whitening products.

Related: Why Your Teeth Are Sensitive

We invite you to learn more about the teeth whitening services we offer at Smile Concepts. Our patients have seen great success with our in office Zoom process, in office Glo process and our take home trays. Not only will you end up with whiter teeth, but you will also know that the process was done correctly and in a way that was effective for you. Call today to learn more about how to get started with your teeth whitening program – 480-951-2800.

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