Teeth Whitening Products

By Gail Jones

Selecting teeth whitening products from the different teeth whitening products there are on the market these days can be very confusing. However, some of these teeth whitening products do not give the desired results.

If you asked the experts, they would tell you that the best method of teeth whitening is still obtainable through your dentist. Not only is it the best, but it is also the most effective and the quickest way to have whiter teeth.

However, not all people can meet the fees that come with each treatment. Another factor that hinders them from going to dentists is fear. It seems that in early childhood, dentists are one of the most feared professions and that children just do not want to have to meet them. This fear continues on into adult life.

Although dentists do not recommend people to choose teeth whitening products, they all agree that most of these products are effective in a degree. According to many studies, most teeth whitening products can result in whiter teeth that can outlast any procedure applied by your dentist, if applied regularly and consistently.

Another plus point that teeth whitening products have, is that they contain the same ingredients that are used in professional whitening. Two of the active ingredients used in whitening teeth are hydrogen peroxide and carbamide. These two chemicals are also the ingredients present in some of the products that are on sale in ordinary grocery stores and chemists.

The only advantage that teeth whitening products have over professional whitening is that they tend to be very cheap. Everyone who finds out about them can afford to add them to their list of basic shopping items.

Most of these products can be bought for less than $30. Compare this with the $100 or more that you are charged at the dentist's surgery. It will not astound you that most people prefer them over the higher fees. However, teeth whitening products do have some disadvantages. Some of which are:

1. Suitability. Sure, teeth whitening products cater for all types of teeth, however different people have different needs. What some people find works may not work for others. This is one of the problems that people will come across with these 'home' products.

There are those who have sensitive teeth and gums. Reaction to the products will depend upon the suitability of the products to the persons that are using them. Another option would be to try out different products until you find the one that is suitable to you.

2. Strong Chemicals Used. You will not know what your reaction to any given product will be until you have tested it on yourself. As you do not know how sensitive your teeth are, you will also not know what might happen when you start using the product. It is better to consult with your dentist first before choosing any product at all.

3. Tray may not fit. The tray used in your mouth is not exactly right to you, so there is a problem that it may be either too big or too small.

If it is too large, the formula may not work very well. On the other hand, if it is too small, it may cause gum bleeding and side effects that will cause bigger problems. Be sure that the teeth whitening precuts you choose are suitable for you. If none of them works, then perhaps professional teeth whitening will. - 29879

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