Is There A Difference Between Home And In-Office Teeth Whitening?
Saturday, March 27th, 2010People with whiter teeth have a higher self-esteem and find it easier to work with other people, some may say they are easier going because they are at ease with mingling and conversing with people. Surely you have run into people like this and just the same people who are shy and do not want to open themselves up to other people because they might be suffering from very low self esteem partially because of their stained teeth.
Look no further than this article for great information on getting whiter teeth. You have basically two options: You can go into the dentist office and get teeth bleaching or you can do home teeth whitening. If you are not sure which option will best suit you, read on.
Bleaching agent strength. One of the primary differences between home products and in-office treatment is that the latter makes use of products that are of higher concentration. Home products contain 10 percent carbamide peroxide, which is equivalent to about 3 percent hydrogen peroxide. The in-office bleaching products, on the other hand, utilize 15 to 43 percent of hydrogen peroxide. If you do the simple math, you can easily see that the in-office products are more effective.
Speed of bleaching process. Treatment done in the dentist’s clinic gives quicker results because aside from the high concentration bleaching product applied on the patient’s teeth, the dentist also makes use of a special light and/or a laser to accelerate the whitening process. In-office bleaching treatments would give significant results after a session that lasts from 30 to 60 minutes. While you can see some initial changes in the color of your teeth after you use the home product for several days, significant results would be achieved after several weeks.
Cost. Where cost is concerned, the home products are of course a lot less expensive, as they only cost from $20 to $100. The in-office bleaching procedure can be a staggering $300 to $500 per session. This factor makes home products the better option if you are tight on the budget or if you want to save money. Online, you would be able to browse through different stores selling teeth whitening products at very affordable prices. Just make sure that you pick a reliable store that sells only the highest quality of products to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
Protection for your teeth and gums can be a great concern. . In the office setting, the dentist applies a gel on the gum tissue or a rubber shield to slide over your teeth to protect the gums and oral cavity from bleaching effects. Over-the-counter teeth bleaching products usually do not come with protective wear.
If you are in a hurry in-office bleaching does have more advantages than home products. However, it is important to remember that over-the-counter products are also effective and safe, plus you do not have to spend much on the treatment. So the choice is yours, it might just come down to time and money, either way get started today and enjoy those beautiful white teeth.
Jane Pennington is the owner of www.teethwhiteningsmiles.com, and has been providing teeth whitening services and information since 2000 (ph. 800-700-3173).
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