How to Safely Whiten Your Teeth
Several people continue safely whitening them by using at-home kits or by scheduling an appointment with One Manhattan Dental. You should always speak with your dentist before starting a teeth whitening routine. To safely whiten your teeth, we suggest doing the following:
Maintain Good Oral Health. Brushing and flossing your teeth every day might not whiten your teeth, but it does help them stay whiter for longer. You can also prevent yellowing teeth by eating a healthy diet, avoiding big stain-chasers like coffee, tea, and wine, and regularly visiting your dentist for a cleaning.
Consult Your Dentist. Our dentists are your go-to expert if you’re considering whitening your teeth. Not only do we know your teeth, but we also understand the different methods of teeth whitening. Consult with us about your different teeth whitening options to find the best solution for you.
Follow The Instructions On Your At-Home Kit. If you’re new to at-home teeth whitening, the biggest favor you can do for yourself is to carefully read the instructions before getting started. Then, closely follow the instructions again as you apply the whitener. Make sure to follow every single step from preparation to aftercare.
Only Use Teeth Whiteners Approved By The American Dental Association. The American Dental Association stamps its seal of approval on any dental product deemed to be safe, reliable, and of high quality.
Avoid Dark-Colored Foods And Beverages After A Whitening. If you have your teeth professionally whitened by your dentist, they’re more susceptible to stains the first 48 hours following treatment. Avoid eating things like berries, cola or other dark sodas, red wine, coffee and tea, tobacco and ketchup, soy or other dark sauces in the 48 hours after whitening to avoid staining.
Use Your Custom Trays The Right Way. We often give clients custom whitening trays to take home with them in order to continue the whitening process. Custom trays are great because they’re made for your mouth, meaning you’ll get the best fit and whitening possible -- something you can’t get if you use off-the-shelf whitening kits. When using your custom trays, make sure to follow the instructions for use given to you by your dentist.
Pay Attention To Your Teeth. If you’ve started a whitening routine but notice some discomfort or sensitivity, pay attention to this. If the sensitivity worsens after another treatment, you should immediately stop whitening and call us.
The Most Effective Method of Tooth Whitening
Visiting One Manhattan Dental to get your teeth whitened will make them whiter faster. Not only are we experts, but the bleaching solution we use for teeth whitening has much higher levels of peroxide than at-home kits, making it stronger and more effective. We also have access to heat and light technologies that can speed up the whitening process.
Most clients see results right away, with more noticeable changes after several visits. By visiting One Manhattan Dental for regular teeth whitening, your teeth can get up to eight shades whiter!
To learn more on how One Manhattan Dental can assist with your comprehensive oral healthcare, call (212) 223-3632 or book your appointment online today.