Laser Teeth Whitening

Dentistry has come a long way since the days of George Washington’s wooden teeth (actually made of hippopotamus ivory). Today people all around the world can cover their teeth in gold, silver, or porcelain, or have false teeth permanently affixed to the jaw bone. But perhaps the most popular and easy treatment is laser teeth whitening.

In recent years, teeth whitening has become so popular that the industry surrounding this procedure has exploded into a multi-billion dollar adventure. Companies are improving their products every day in order to stay on top and be the number one whitener on the market. However, a simply trip to your dentist can bring about the results of whiter teeth in just a matter of minutes.

Space Age Technology

Laser teeth whitening has become very popular among those with a desire to have whiter teeth. Often times when using an over-the-counter kit, there are messy trays, gooey strips, or sticky pastes to deal with on a repetitive basis, making the procedure a messy and distasteful one.

However, when opting for the laser teeth whitening treatment, the procedure is done in about an hour with no mess to deal with in a recurring manner. The process starts with a regular cleaning, then a professional strength peroxide gel is administered to the teeth. Once this is done, the laser is used to activate the gel and whiten the teeth. A quick clean up afterward and you can walk out of the dentist’s office with whiter teeth.

Going the distance with your white smile

How much whiter the teeth become after the laser treatment depends greatly on how badly they were discolored before hand. It is reasonable to expect a lightening of about three to five shades as a first treatment. As with most teeth whitening procedures, whether done in the dentist’s office or at home, they only last a certain amount of time, depending on the person’s lifestyle.

Things such as coffee, tea, cigarettes, and even certain medications and chemicals can stain teeth, as well as simply age and time. Laser teeth whitening treatments can generally be expected to last about a year, possibly a bit more.

Laser teeth whitening is an efficient and practical solution to discolored and stained teeth. With little or no discomfort, you can be sporting a brighter smile in a short period of time and begin to experience a certain sense of pride that comes along with having a beautiful, bright smile.

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