Store kits are made for everyone to use at home. Professional teeth whitening is performed under the supervision of a dental professional using professional-strength whitening products.
The biggest difference is the strength of the gel. Dentists can use much stronger whitening ingredients than what you find on a store shelf. Also, a dentist looks at your teeth first to make sure the treatment is a good fit for you.
Getting Better Results
A common problem with store strips is that they take a very long time to work. Since over-the-counter products are intended for general consumer use, they contain lower concentrations of whitening agents. You might use them every night for weeks and only see a small change.
Professional teeth whitening treatments are often more effective at removing stubborn stains caused by coffee, tea, or tobacco than over-the-counter products. Because a professional is watching the process, they can use a formula that makes your teeth several shades whiter in just one visit.
A Plan Made for Your Smile
One-size-fits-all kits do not always work well. Every person has a unique smile. You might have sensitive teeth, uneven colors, or old fillings that will not change color at all.
A dentist checks your enamel and your gums before starting. They make sure you do not end up with splotchy teeth or a mouth that hurts. This personalized approach helps achieve more even, natural-looking results.
Keeping Your Gums Safe
If you have ever used a cheap kit and felt a sharp sting, you know the risks. If the whitening tray does not fit right, the bleach leaks onto your gums. It causes irritation, or sometimes even burns your sensitive tissues.
When having the procedure in a dentist’s office, the professionals protect your gums with the help of a special barrier or individual trays that are tailor-made to your mouth. It ensures that the bleaching process will be comfortable for you.
Saving Time
If you have a wedding or a job interview coming up soon, you probably do not have a month to wait for a box of strips to work.
In-office whitening can change your smile in about an hour. It is a great shortcut to a better look without the mess of using strips every day for a month.
Brightness That Lasts
Professional whitening typically produces longer-lasting results because it uses higher-strength whitening agents and customized treatment under professional supervision.
Good oral hygiene and limiting stain-causing foods and beverages can help your whitening results last longer. You will not have to worry about your teeth turning yellow again as fast as they would with a home kit.
Investing in Your Look
Your teeth are an important part of your health. When performed under professional supervision, teeth whitening is considered safe for tooth enamel.
The team at Harmony Dental Care knows how to give you a healthy smile that you will want to show off. If you are tired of kits that do not work, give us a call at (321) 900-4646. Let us help you achieve the smile you want and we can discuss your options.