One of the biggest concerns we hear regarding cosmetic dentistry has to do with teeth whitening. Many patients come to us with a hope for a whiter smile but feel very worried that choosing whitening is going to damage their smiles. The good news is that our short answer follows: No, this won’t hurt your teeth. However, there are some additional details that go into the long-winded response that you should probably consider when you’re ready to brighten up that grin. When you feel knowledgeable, you’ll be able to make a safe choice for yourself.
If You Try It Yourself, Damage Is Likely
Keep in mind that there are many types of cosmetic dentistry treatments out there, both professional and over-the-counter (OTC). The OTC stuff is what you find online, at the drugstore … basically anything that is not provided by a dental professional. If you attempt to seek out a treatment to brighten your smile through such means, you can generally expect to incur some amount of damage. Whether it’s sensitive teeth, irritated gum tissue, dehydrated teeth, or otherwise, injury is likely. To make sure you don’t run into this problem, skip the OTC session and call us instead.
If You Let Us Whiten Your Smile, You’ll Be Fine
Now, if you come to us for your cosmetic dentistry, you don’t have a thing to worry about. We can ensure you avoid any type of damage while achieving a whiter smile, thanks to the following:
- We custom select formulas that are safe for all patients
- We custom select a treatment that best suits your specific goals
- We offer thorough instructions, so you can whiten safely