Are you interested in brightening your smile? If so, you aren’t alone. In fact, Americans spend more than $1.4 billion dollars a year for at-home whitening kits. To make matters even more interesting, this massive number does not include professional whitening. Before you add your money to the mix, we have a questions for you: is professional whitening with it?
Would you be surprised to learn that as a rule of thumb, professional whitening is the most effective option? In fact, professional whitening is better in virtually every way.
In our opinion, visiting the dentist is safer and more effective. Granted, over-the-counter cleaning is safe, but there are a few worrying possibilities. For example, did you know that getting gel on your gums can damage your smile? Or that over-using your whitener can actually damage your enamel and make your smile more vulnerable to tooth decay. Luckily, your dentist will ensure that neither of these complications arise.
Another benefit of having a dentist whiten your smile is the custom tray for you. Most whitening kits will come with a tray, but they are created to fit any smile. This can lead to ineffective and uneven whitening. Conversely, a dentist will be create a custom whitening agent that will work well for your smile, taking into account your previous dental work and your goals.
If you are interested in learning more, please feel free to contact us soon. We are eager to hear from you.