A home whitening system is one way to brighten your smile. Home bleaching involves wearing a custom fit mouth tray that contains a concentrated hydrogen peroxide gel. This allows bleaching of your teeth to a brighter, whiter smile.
Home whitening can last anywhere from a few months to a few years. This is determined by each individual and the process that is used. It may also depend on the original condition of your teeth, specifically how stained they were, as well as the strength of the bleaching gel used and the condition of the teeth at the time. A big factor will depend on your eating, drinking and smoking habits. Teeth whitening solutions will not result in a permanent color change of your teeth and it won’t prevent future staining.
There may be some minor risks associated with home whitening systems. One of the most common side effects is teeth sensitivity. Teeth sensitivity is generally mild and will usually subside once the treatment is completed. If you feel severe sensitivity, you should consult your dentist. It may be recommended to wear the mouth tray for shorter period of time or consider stopping the treatment entirely.
Gum irritation or discoloration of the gum is another possibility. This is usually due to over loading the mouth tray. Stopping the process for a few days should help your gums feel and look normal again.
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Jane Pennington
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