Many people are turning to teeth whitening to quickly and easily improve the appearance of their smiles. Professional teeth whitening can offer dramatic results in a short amount of time. If you are considering teeth whitening to beautify your dingy smile, there are some recommendations you can follow to help boost your results and ensure your teeth come out their whitest:
- Have any existing dental issues treated before undergoing whitening to avoid complications or side effects.
- Consult with your dentist to determine the cause of your tooth discoloration or darkening. Some kinds of intrinsic stains are resistant to whitening treatments.
- Have your teeth professionally cleaned to remove plaque and tarter prior to your whitening treatment.
- Use a desensitizing toothpaste for a few weeks prior to your whitening appointment to control the sensitivity that can result from whitening agents.
- Refrain from eating or drinking anything but water for at least one hour after leaving your whitening appointment.
- Avoid food and beverages that are pigment-rich and known to cause staining for a minimum of 24 hours after whitening treatment.
- Keep any follow-up appointments recommended by your dentist.
- Maintain proper home oral hygiene by brushing and flossing regularly.
- Use a straw when drinking dark liquids, and rinse your mouth thoroughly with water after ingesting staining foods or beverages.
Professional teeth whitening at our Central Falls, RI dental office can brighten your teeth up to ten shades in as little as one dental visit. By properly preparing for your whitening treatment and with vigilant aftercare you can enjoy the dramatic results of a bright, white smile.
