Special teeth whitening strips are popular due to their quick and convenient use as well as the promised rapid results. Manufacturers of whitening strips guarantee that they can easily cope with common problems such as stains from coffee, tea or cigarettes. But the real effectiveness of using special strips is controversial and depends on the original color of the teeth. Damir Usmanov, dental hygienist at the Belaya Raduga clinic, told socialbites.ca.
“If your teeth have stains from coffee, tea or smoking, the strips will not help whiten your teeth evenly and the results will not always be as bright or long-lasting as professional whitening at the dentist. “It is worth noting that due to existing contraindications, it is not recommended to use whitening strips without consulting a specialist,” he said.
In addition, whitening strips have different concentrations of active ingredients, so they should be selected taking into account the individual recommendations of a specialist.
“For example, if a patient has a cavity, wedge defects, or other damage to tooth enamel, lightening can aggravate the condition and cause the problem to worsen. The same goes for patients with sensitive teeth: whitening can increase sensitivity, which can lead to pain,” the doctor added.
According to the dentist, the higher the content of hydrogen peroxide, the more actively the coloring pigments in the enamel are destroyed and the more pronounced the whitening result. As the concentration increases, the effect of the active gel on the enamel becomes more aggressive and additional protection against its destruction and increased sensitivity is needed. To do this, additional ingredients are added to whitening gels.
“There are advantages and disadvantages to whitening teeth using strips. Among the advantages: convenient use at home and budget cost. Disadvantages: increased sensitivity of teeth to cold and heat after using strips for long-term use; uneven whitening, as they do not cover the entire surface of the tooth; The result after the strips may return to its previous state within a week. “To achieve a truly beautiful, snow-white smile and preserve it for a long time, it is better to turn to a professional,” he concluded.
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Source: Gazeta
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