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Dentist Mukilteo WA Teeth Whitening Tip: Four Teeth Whitening Don’ts

August 8, 2015 By HarbourPLaceDental

093Four Teeth Whitening Don’ts – Tips from Dr. Onishi, Dentist Mukilteo WA

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Before rushing out and buying a teeth whitening product, there are four major no-no’s you need to be aware of.

1. Don’t Use on Artificial Surfaces
One of the things most people don’t know about teeth whitening products is that they don’t work on artificial tooth surfaces. So if you have had veneers, implants, crown or fillings, then be aware that these parts of your dental structure will not respond to teeth whitening products. What will happen instead is that they will remain the same color while your natural teeth will be whitened, resulting in a dental patchwork of different shades. To avoid this fashion faux-pas, it is best to first consult a dentist on the best way to whiten your teeth.

2. Don’t use on Badly Discolored Teeth
Teeth whitening products are not the magic solution to treating badly discolored teeth. If you have very bad dark teeth stains, such as those caused by excessive cigarette smoking or fluoride water, the normal home kits will give you below average results and will just be a waste of time and money. For seriously discolored teeth, it is best to consult your dentist who can use professional strength teeth whiteners that will give you better results and more value for your money.

3. Don’t use during Pregnancy
If you are expecting a baby, then you should definitely keep off all teeth whitening products as the smallest ingestion of teeth whitening ingredients can harm the development of the fetus. The best thing to do is to put of any teeth whitening plan until after your delivery.

4. Don’t use if you have Inflamed Gums
If you suffer from inflamed gums or other dental problems, you should stay clear of teeth whitening products until you get your dental problem sorted out. Whitening products will only aggravate your condition and cause painful tooth sensitivity that will make eating or drinking very difficult.

It is quite natural to consider teeth whitening treatment for maintaining that perfect confident smile. But before you take a plunge and go for those appealing teeth whitening kits you must make sure that you have optimal oral health. If you are in or around Mukilteo WA area do not hesitate to contact Dr. Onishi, Dentist Mukilteo WA and the professionals at Harbour Place Dental. They go above and beyond when it comes to helping their patients maintain optimal oral health and a perfect smile.  Give them a call  at (425) 493-8111, or visit them or contact  them through their website or by email: harbourpldental@gmail.com

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Home Whitening vs In-Office Treatments: Which is Better?

June 8, 2015 By HarbourPLaceDental

Home Whitening vs. In-Office Treatments: Which is Better? #Mukilteo WA Dentist

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One of the dilemmas most people face when they want to achieve a whiter smile is choosing between a do-it-yourself home whitening plan or a professional in-office treatment at the dentist’s. They often wonder which one is better so let’s look at the facts behind each option.

Strength:
• Home Whitening Treatments have an average of 3% peroxide levels so they require continual use over 2-4 weeks to achieve a whiter smile. Because of this, home treatments usually work best on mildly stained yellow teeth.

• Dentists have access to professional strength teeth whiteners with 15-43% peroxide levels meaning that you can have your teeth whiter in about 1 hour. In addition, dentist can use additional laser and light treatments that will zap out the worst of dark brown and grey stains.

Customization:
• Most home bleaching kits have a generic mouth piece as part of the whitening tray. Unfortunately this one size may not fit you very well since everyone has a different dental structure. This means that some of the bleaching agent could land on your gums and cause irritation.
• Your dentist can create a customized mouth piece just for you by taking an exact mold of your teeth. This provides a better fit and improves bleaching results

Protection:
• Home kits don’t usually come with protective products or tools so your gums and oral cavity is exposed to bleaching agents.
• With an in-office treatment, your dentist will apply a protective gel or install a rubber shield to protect your gums and oral cavity so that they don’t get affected by the bleaching agents

Cost:
• Home whitening kits are much more affordable, putting you back by no more than $50-60. They are definitely best for a gentle whitening plan but will not work for badly stained teeth.
• In-office treatments are more expensive with sessions costing $400-500. However they are the better option if you have very badly stained teeth that a home kit cannot get rid of.

For more information or setting up an appointment Call us at (425) 493-8111 and/or visit our website at http://www.HarbourPlaceDental.com

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Cosmetic Dentistry for That Gorgeous Winning Smile

April 29, 2015 By HarbourPLaceDental

Big smileMaking cosmetic dentistry work for you is not as simple as it may sound,  especially if it is the first time that you are going to get one. More likely, you don’t know which cosmetic dentistry procedure might suit well for your specific needs. If you don’t know where to find the most ideal and qualified cosmetic dentist, it is important that you have a cosmetic dentistry guide in order that you don’t end up with a less than qualified one and mess up your smile even more.

Getting the right cosmetic dentist will not only give you a beautiful smile but a sure value to your money. You don’t want to spend more money than you should for getting that winning smile.  Following guide should help you find the right dentist for you.

• When searching for the right cosmetic dentist, look for one who listens to your needs. A good dentist listens intently and then offers viable solutions for your specific needs. He/she will  offer detailed explanations of the appropriate procedures and discuss with you risks and benefits of each long before the procedure is actually performed. So it is important that you are prepared to discuss your needs to improve your teeth and your smile. Tell the dentist exactly what it is that you want. Discuss the problem you have been encountering in getting and feeling that  perfect smile you so desire. Expressing all your concerns is the best start to finding that great solution with the help of your dentist.

• After discussing with the dentist, it will be helpful to ask see some before and after photos of other patients.

• Don’t be shy to ask for references. Qualified or accomplished dentist will not hesitate to give you one or two consenting clients who already received benefits of the same treatment you are about to get from him. You can also look for unsolicited reviews on the internet.

• You can ask the cosmetic dentist about technology he/she uses as well as special training he/she has obtained.

• If the dentist is good at his practice, he should know and be prepared with the treatment options that are available for your specific case. He/she should also be ready to give you a detailed explanation of said treatments, as well as their respective price breakdown.

• Although some might think it as a minor thing, it is important that you find a cosmetic dentist who will match with your personality. This is important because you want a dentist whom you can well relate with. It will be easier for you to tell him/her all your and troubles and feelings that accompany a sense of not having a perfect smile and teeth. It will help your cosmetic dentist to find that perfect treatment for you.

At Harbour Place Dental of Mukilteo WA we strive to be patient, understanding and thorough to make and feel our patients at ease that helps greatly in performing the procedures smoothly as well as trouble free recovery. We strive to give that confidence of a beautiful smile back to our patients.

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