Everyone wants to look his or her best, especially in the modern world where image counts for so much. Your smile is one of the most important parts of your appearance and one that can instantly give so much away about you, so it is vital that you are comfortable with showing it to others. Having discoloured teeth or stains can affect how confident we are when we smile and this can cause major self-esteem issues that can take years to fully deal with.
However, there is a fairly straightforward and affordable answer to remedy discoloured teeth. Teeth whitening is one of the most common cosmetic dentistry treatments, available at most dentists in the UK. There are a number of different whitening systems on the market, designed for different types of teeth, so it will be up to you and your Everton dentist to decide which treatment will yield the best results for you.
Teeth whitening works by placing an active gel containing hydrogen peroxide next to the tooth enamel in specially designed trays. The hydrogen peroxide, which has been used in dentistry for nearly a hundred years and is perfectly safe in the hands of a dentist, penetrates the enamel and gradually bleaches and discoloured areas white. It is always a good idea to have whitening carried out by a dentist as there are complications that can occur with home whitening kits.
There are many different types of teeth which will all react differently to the whitening gel. Some will display more instant reactions than others, but given the right treatment it is possible for everyone to benefit from the healthy appearance of whiter teeth.
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