Teeth Whitening in Honolulu, HI
Professional Teeth Whitening: The Quickest Way to a Bright Smile
Even with good oral hygiene, you may suffer from discolored teeth. Over time, just about any smile can end up yellow or otherwise discolored. Certain habits, such as drinking coffee and tea, or smoking, may increase the risks of teeth discoloring. Fortunately, you can visit the Uehara Family Cosmetic Dentistry in Honolulu to speak with Dr. Garret Uehara and Dr. Jill Uehara about professional teeth whitening.
You might already be looking at-home whitening solutions or perhaps you’re already using an at-home whitening kit. If properly used, at-home whitening solutions can help. However, if misapplied, whitening solutions could damage your teeth. Further, professional teeth whitening typically offers the fastest way to a bright, white smile.
If you or your loved ones have an important event approaching, say a photoshoot or wedding, professional teeth whitening offers a great way to safely but quickly whiten your teeth.
Teeth Whitening and the Professional Difference
Teeth whitening solutions can damage your teeth if they’re misapplied. For this reason, at-home teeth whitening kits typically use weaker whitening solutions. Even if misapplied, the risk of serious damage is reduced.
A teeth whitening professional can properly apply whitening solutions, such as hydrogen peroxide mixes, to quickly whiten your teeth. Your cosmetic dental expert will also take steps to protect your gums and other tissues.
A cosmetic dentist can also use special lamps and lights to speed up the whitening process. In some cases, dentists are even using lasers and strong bleaching solutions to quickly whiten teeth.
Professional Teeth Whitening is Quick and Generally Painless
If you try to whiten your teeth at home, it may take several weeks or even months before you notice any differences. You might start with whitening toothpaste, for example, which can help with discoloration. Unfortunately, while whitening toothpaste helps, it often isn’t enough on its own to whiten your teeth.
You might next use at-home whitening trays. These whitening kits can cost more than $50 and many patients find them difficult to use. To increase safety, the whitening solutions found in these kits are often weaker than professional whiteners. It still may take weeks or more to notice a difference.
When professional teeth whitening, you can often enjoy a whiter, brighter smile in just 2 to 4 sessions. Whitening sessions typically last between a half-hour and one and a half hours, depending on your oral health and the specific procedures used.
Either way, professional teeth whitening typically offers a faster path to a whitened smile. After your teeth are whitened, you may opt to use at-home whitening solutions to maintain your smile. It’s smart to talk with a dentist, however, as some at-home whitening products can damage your teeth with prolonged use.
If you want to learn more about teeth whitening,
contact Dr. Garret Uehara and Dr. Jill Uehara at the Uehara Family Cosmetic Dentistry in Honolulu
by calling (808) 955-2505!