Behind the Sparkle: What a Whitening Dentist Really Delivers

Featured Article, Teeth Whitening

Smiling woman pointing at bright white teeth after natural whitening treatment by dentist in San Diego, CA

Have you ever looked at the sparkling white smiles of celebs on the covers of supermarket tabloids and wondered how they get their smiles that bright? There may be some who are just naturally gifted with supernatural whiteness, but most are likely to enjoy the benefits offered by a teeth whitening dentist. That means that you, too, can have a movie star smile at Pearls of Dentistry.

How Is Professional Teeth Whitening Different from DIY Products?

First, store-bought DIY whitening products aren’t exactly cheap. That’s a shame, considering they’re barely effective. These products contain a fraction of the power of whitening solution dentists are allowed to use with a prescription. They’re one-size-fits-all, and it’s hard to get consistent results. Plus, your gums aren’t protected. Want a bonus? Professional whitening lasts a lot longer – making it an affordable, long-term choice for our patients.

What Causes Teeth to Become Discolored and Stained?

Simply put: Life happens. Drinking coffee or wine leaves a mark over time. Smoking isn’t your friend, for many reasons, but also for a bright smile. Dental enamel is porous, so everything can work its way through to change the color of your teeth. And, as you age, enamel becomes thinner and reveals the natural yellowing underneath. Some medications also cause stains or discoloration.

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Is Professional Teeth Whitening Right for Everyone?

Not everyone’s a perfect candidate right away. You need an exam to check for decay or infections first. If you have issues, the dentist will tell you what needs to be addressed before you can take advantage of whitening.

How Do I Keep My Teeth Looking White After Natural Teeth Bleaching?

The most important thing to do is to keep taking good care of your teeth. Avoiding food and drinks that cause stains helps, too. This might mean coffee, red wine, tomato paste, food dyes, tea, and more. Just as important, be sure to stay on top of checkups at the dentist every six months.

What Can I Expect at My Teeth Whitening Treatment?

Your session will be quick and comfortable. Afterward, your teeth may be just slightly sensitive, but it goes away quickly. The team will give you detailed instructions on what you need to do.

What Changes When I Have Whiter Teeth?

At first, you may just find yourself admiring your smile in the mirror. But after a while, you might notice you’re not covering your mouth when you smile. Or maybe you’re even smiling more. Being more comfortable in photos. And socially.