One of the fastest and easiest ways you can get a new look is by getting professional teeth whitening. If you’ve already decided to whiten, you may be confused by the number of options and may not know which one is the best for you. You can benefit from professional teeth whitening services by Dr. Julie Forte at Forte Family Dentistry in Berkley, MI.
Professional VS At-home Teeth Berkley
Professional teeth whitening and DIY whitening kits offer their advantages and disadvantages. Here are the pros and cons of each.
DIY Whitening Kits
Over-the-counter whitening kits such as whitening strips and whitening toothpaste offer convenient options at a much lower price than professional whitening. They are also convenient because you can use them in your own time. However, many teeth whitening Berkley dental patients use them incorrectly because it’s difficult to avoid the bleaching solution making contact with the gum line. This is a problem because it can cause gum recession and sensitivity. Many dental professionals recommend only using this type of kit in an emergency.
Professional Whitening Treatments
Although in-office whitening treatments are more expensive than over-the-counter kits, they can turn out to be more economical in the long run because of their effects. Professional teeth whitening Berkley uses a stronger bleach solution, which means it can get your teeth several shades whiter than DIY kits (up to seven shades) and the results can last longer. Professional whitening agents are regulated and can only be used by qualified dental professionals.
Some dentists also provide at-home whitening kits that are easier and safer to use than over-the-counter kits. These are comprised of a tray that is customized to the shape of your mouth so that the bleaching agent is applied precisely.
If you a Berkley MI resident and you’d like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Julie Forte for teeth whitening, you can reach Forte Family Dentistry at (248) 546-2030.