Are your pearly whites not looking as bright as you’d like? Do you have deep stains or discoloration on your teeth that don’t seem to budge no matter how much you brush and floss? Have you tried over-the-counter white strips, gels, or special toothpastes, all without noticeable changes? A take-home kit from your dentist could be the solution to your whitening woes. Here’s a closer look at some of the benefits of professional treatment, and why when it comes to improving your gorgeous grin your dentist should be your first stop!
It Works Faster
When you purchase an over-the-counter whitening kit from your favorite discount store, pharmacy, or supermarket, they typically contain enough product for about two weeks, and theoretically, that’s as long as getting a brighter smile should take. Unfortunately, however, those storebought products contain weakened ingredients and, in most cases, take much longer to achieve noticeable results. This means that while it may seem like you’re getting a good deal, you’ll likely have to continue using them for many months before your teeth look better! With professional whitening from your dentist, you can see big changes in about two weeks, meaning you could have a gleaming grin just in time for that upcoming special event!
It Works Better
With professional whitening, your results not only appear faster, but they’re much more noticeable. Many a patient has invested countless months (and countless dollars) in OTC whitening, only to barely see a difference in their smile. With professional treatment, your bleach is customized to your individual goals, so your dentist can help you get exactly the grin you’re looking for without having to waste time and money in the process!
You’ll Look Younger
A white, healthy smile conveys the appearance of youthfulness and vitality, and one of the best things about professional whitening is that undeniable glow! So, don’t waste money on expensive creams, lotions, or facial procedures! Whether you have an upcoming wedding, job interview, presentation, or you just want your teeth to appear as vibrant on the outside as you feel on the inside, your dentist can help you achieve the ideal tooth shade for your complexion, so you look more youthful, naturally!
It Feels Better
One of the chief frustrations people have with teeth whitening is the sensitivity the active ingredients can cause when applied to your teeth. Unfortunately, the longer you use these products, the worse this discomfort can get. With OTC kits, many people assume that since they use weaker ingredients, they won’t cause as much sensitivity, but the truth is, because you need to use them longer to achieve your desired results, your teeth will be exposed to those uncomfortable chemicals longer, too. With a professional whitening kit from your dentist, you’ll only need to be treated for about two weeks, so your teeth will feel better, faster!
It Saves Money
While those OTC kits may seem like a great deal, the truth is that it often takes many weeks or even months to get noticeable results from them. So, what may have started as a small investment can really add up, often costing more than if you had just gotten professional whitening from your dentist in the first place! Worse yet, in addition to throwing away your hard-earned money, you’ve also exposed your smile to sensitivity-causing chemicals for longer than you would have and wasted your time in the process! Conversely, professional whitening eliminates these frustrations, and because it comes with reusable, refillable customized trays, you can always purchase more bleach if you need touch ups in the future, saving you even more money later!
It’s More Convenient
With a professional whitening kit from your dentist, you can brighten your smile from anywhere. Whether you travel for business or pleasure, are headed off to college, or simply want to multitask and eliminate stains and discoloration while you’re working from home, doing chores, or even binge watching the latest viral show, you can! Plus, because your trays are discreet, you won’t draw any unnecessary attention to your teeth if you must answer the door or hop on a video call (that could’ve been email!).
Remember, while the allure of storebought whitening kits is certainly understandable, the truth is that they rarely work as well as they claim, leaving you with extended tooth sensitivity, underwhelming results, and nothing to show for it but an empty bank account. If you’re ready to get safe, lasting, noticeable results, talk to your dentist about a professional take-home whitening kit today!
About Dr. Thomas
Dr. David Thomas earned his dental doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh and his AEGD residency at the Maricopa Institute of Health Services Hospital in Phoenix. He is pleased to now call Washington home, and can’t wait to help you achieve a gorgeous, glowing grin with the help of cosmetic dentistry! If you’d like to remove up to eight shades of discoloration in about two weeks, schedule a consultation for professional whitening at Seahurst Park Dentistry of Burien by visiting our website or calling 206-244-4622.
