Saturday, February 2, 2008

Are Home Teeth Whitening Systems Safe?

Getting a whiter and brighter smile used to mean that you had to head to a dentist for an expensive and time consuming whitening treatment. Often, insurance did not pay for it, so you needed to foot the bill yourself. But times have change. With the invention of home teeth whitening systems, you can whiten your teeth in the privacy of your home as often as you like.

The safety of home teeth whitening systems is something of a concern, however. By following the directions on the packaging, you will have a much lower risk of any side effects - pain, tooth sensitivity, poor results, etc. Take some time to read and then reread the directions before you begin. If you have any questions, you can call the customer service toll free number on the box.

If you have troubles with sensitive teeth or enamel loss, you may want to speak to your dentist about home teeth whitening systems before you run out and buy one. You might be at a higher risk of pain and sensitivity, making teeth whitening a miserable experience. In addition, if you do have troubles with enamel loss, you might be further weakening the weak spots on your teeth, increasing your risk of tooth decay.

Home teeth whitening systems are safe so long as you use them as directed. Wanting even whiter teeth takes time, so don't overstep the recommended time constraints or doubling up on the usage to speed up the process. If you use a teeth whitener more often than you should, you can weaken the surface of your teeth and potentially be at risk for cavities and tooth discoloration.

It is recommended that only those above 18 use home teeth whitening systems as teeth can be too sensitive before that age, causing long term damage. If you still decide to try one of those home whitening kits, I strongly recommend to try Crest Whitening Strips, which are very good priced and you will experience significant results.

Article provided by Zaneta Kulaga, editor of teeth whitening and dental hygiene guide.

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