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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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Are Teeth Whitening Kits Safe?

May 23, 2015 By HarbourPLaceDental

Overhead view of dental whitening trays and gel tubes on aged wood

Overhead view of dental whitening trays and gel tubes on aged wood

As with all commercially successful medical products, many people question whether teeth whitening kits are safe. Indeed, there have been questions such as:

• Have the national health authorities certified them as safe for human use?
• Do they have long-term risks such as cancer?
• Do they do your teeth more harm than good, stripping away the tooth enamel?
• Should they really be available to “uneducated” masses for home use or only used by licensed professionals?

Certification
The American Dental Association has approved a variety of professional bleaching products that are applied in-office by dentists or are dispensed by them for home-use. They don’t endorse over-the-counter bleaching products because the prefer people to seek professional advice for reasons of effectiveness and safety. However they have approved certain over-the-counter teeth whitening toothpastes. Though you may want to look out for products with the ADA seal, remember that just because a product does not have the seal, does not mean it is not safe or effective. This is because the process of manufacturers getting a seal from the ADA is voluntary.

With regards to the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) certification, teeth whiteners are not classified as drug so the FDA has no say in their regulation.

Teeth Whitening Safety Tips

  1. Do your research before purchasing a teeth whitening product. For example, look out for the ADA Seal of Acceptance; find out what other people are saying about the product in consumer groups, product reviews, testimonials etc. Try to look for objective information from a number of unbiased sources, instead of just the company’s marketing material.
  2. Consult Your Dentist– this is really the first step that can save you a lot of time and trouble in the long run. Your dentist can recommend the best treatment plan based on your dental history and even create customized solutions for you such as a made-to-fit mouth piece.
  3. Go with Trusted Brands– if you are in your local store and really want to purchase a teeth whitening product, stick to one from a trusted brand that has a long history in oral care and has a wide range of oral care products. You definitely don’t want to choose a product from a company no-one has ever heard about.
  4. Follow the Directions – to really be on the safe side, you want to follow the directions for use exactly as described in the instructions. In this way, you will achieve the desired results without any nasty consequences as compared to using short-cuts.

For any questions call us or make an appointment for a friendly consultation. At Harbour Place Dental in Mukilteo WA we will be very happy to discuss various options with you.

 

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