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A snow-white smile is an indicator of success! Who among us would not want to have beautiful shining teeth and conquer everyone with a Hollywood smile. Healthy gums, beautiful and white teeth not only make a person attractive, but also speak about his health. For models, this issue is more than relevant. In addition to a slim figure, height, photogenic face and beautiful hair, a model must have a beautiful smile!
Research confirms this fact. Scientists from the universities of Leeds and Central Lancashire conducted an experiment in which they took photographs of models, changed the color of the teeth using graphic programs, and also increased the intervals between the teeth in some of them. Three shades were used - tan, healthy white and snow white, which can only be achieved through bleaching. The photographs were shown to 150 young men and women and asked which models they considered more attractive. Not surprisingly, photos of models with yellow teeth were not very popular, nor were those with widely spaced teeth. For modern society, white teeth are perhaps the main criterion that determines the attractiveness of a smile, so professional and home teeth whitening procedures are becoming increasingly popular and are ranked among ordinary cosmetic procedures.
Nowadays in modern dentistry there are a large number of different methods of whitening, from toothpastes that can be purchased at a pharmacy or store, home whitening using strips, aligners, special systems, self-prepared mixtures according to a recipe from the Internet or a magazine, as well as professional whitening in the dentist's office. Among such a huge amount of variety, you need to choose the method that suits you. And this is often not always easy to do. I suggest we discuss each option separately.
- Let's start with tooth whitening paste, as the simplest and cheapest whitening option. There are very, very many toothpastes that have this effect, but no matter what the manufacturer or advertisement, their effect is the same, they do not whiten teeth, but only lighten the tone. In addition, whitening toothpastes should not be used every day, as this can lead to increased sensitivity of the teeth, which is not very pleasant. Therefore, they need to be combined with other pastes (with complex care, fluoride and calcium) and cleaned only once or twice a week.
- Home whitening is a very popular method and relatively inexpensive. There is also no limit to the variety. This method is quite effective, less harmful to teeth in contrast to professional whitening, but longer in time. You can use strips, mouthguards or systems with a small concentration of hydrogen peroxide 7-10% or urea 16-22%. This peroxide content is not aggressive, so home whitening can be classified as gentle whitening. But each of us has an individual body, so the reaction of each person’s teeth may be different. It all depends on the condition and health of the teeth and enamel. Some people may experience severe tooth sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet foods (dental hyperesthesia). In this case, it is better to pause the whitening process or use remineralizing therapy with fluoride and calcium preparations (this will relieve increased tooth sensitivity). There are also recipes for pastes for making yourself from soda and hydrogen peroxide, such a mixture will indeed be effective, but soda is a strong abrasive and will wear away your enamel, resulting in sensitivity and caries, in general, if you value and care about your teeth, then it is better not to use such pastes. From this it is necessary to conclude that despite the fact that whitening is at home, a consultation with a dentist is necessary to assess the condition of the oral cavity, teeth and enamel.
- And finally, the most popular in recent years is professional (office) teeth whitening. The effectiveness of such whitening on the face immediately after the first procedure, but unfortunately one such procedure is not enough, it is necessary to carry it out 2-3 times, and as you know, this pleasure is by no means cheap. But even if your finances allow you to undergo this type of whitening, this does not mean that it is suitable for you. There are many contraindications, both local (presence of dental hyperesthesia, fillings, orthopedic structures, caries and its complications, diseases of the oral mucosa and gums, etc.) and general (allergy to substances used in whitening, diabetes mellitus, cancer, pregnancy, etc.). Professional whitening is carried out using gels with a high concentration of hydrogen peroxide and various catalysts that can speed up the whitening process. Such accelerators of chemical reactions can be: ultraviolet radiation from a special lamp, laser radiation, heat and special chemical compounds. Therefore, the dentist should fully tell you about the pros and cons of this method. If there are no contraindications, then you can safely sit in the dentist’s chair.
It must be remembered that the whitening procedure alone is not enough to become the happy owner of a Hollywood smile. A very important aspect is to give up smoking, coffee, strong tea, and eating foods containing dyes. It follows that this is a long and difficult path to perfection. Beauty requires sacrifice, but the end result will fully justify itself, and you will conquer any obstacles with a snow-white smile on your face.
Teeth whitening in a dental clinic
This is the most effective, and most importantly, safest way: the specialist prepares the patient’s teeth for the procedure and fully controls the whitening process.
Currently, there are 5 main professional whitening techniques. *Air-Flow, or a hardware technique for cleaning teeth from external plaque. The enamel is lightened by 1-3 tones. Despite the fact that this is, first of all, a hygienic procedure, the result it gives is simply amazing. In addition to safely lightening the enamel, it is also a guarantee of the health of your teeth.
*Ultrasonic cleaning. It is also used primarily to remove tartar and plaque, but thereby promotes teeth whitening. By the way, this technique is often combined with the Air-Flow technique, and together these procedures are very effective.
*Chemical professional teeth whitening. It involves applying a special whitening composition to the teeth. This technique is the most unsafe, since the whitening composition is characterized by a strong concentration of hydrogen peroxide, which can lead to tooth hypersensitivity.
*Whitening using the ZOOM system. This technique is very effective; it allows you to whiten your teeth by 8-10 shades in one procedure. This system also has very important advantages: firstly, the technique is completely painless and does not cause any discomfort. And, secondly, the whitening gel contains not only hydrogen peroxide, but also amorphous calcium phosphate, which starts the process of remineralization (that is, restoration of the enamel structure) immediately at the time of whitening.
*Laser whitening. The most effective, but at the same time, the most expensive in-office teeth whitening. On the plus side, it is absolutely safe for teeth; moreover, it significantly strengthens the enamel due to the effects of the laser. This technique makes it possible to whiten enamel up to 12 tones.
Whatever method you prefer, after the whitening procedure it is important to consolidate the result. To do this, you need to follow simple recommendations that your doctor will definitely give you, and also strictly observe daily oral hygiene. To maintain the results after the whitening procedure, you can use electric brushes with round attachments and pulsating reciprocating technology. They have a special 3D White nozzle with a polishing bowl to effectively remove pigmented plaque. It is not recommended to use it constantly - a few weeks will be enough. From time to time, additional prevention can be carried out using the “Whitening” mode.
Snow-white smile at home
Beautiful white teeth nowadays are not just a dazzling smile. This is a sign of success and an integral part of human sexuality. Who would refuse such a great bonus? How can you achieve an unconditionally white smile without resorting to the services of specialists?
The main component of a snow-white smile is the color of the enamel of your teeth. Whiter enamel means whiter teeth. Whiter teeth mean a more attractive smile. Recently, many clinics have been offering laser whitening services. But, as experts say, the technology has both pros and cons. And the cost of these services cannot be called budget. Why not try to achieve the desired effect without leaving home?
White teeth: charcoal can help you
A method familiar to humanity for a very long time. Affordable, providing the desired effect – that’s why it’s popular.
For this method we will need:
• Activated carbon.
• Toothpaste or powder.
What do we have to do:
1. Crush the charcoal tablets in a regular chef's mortar until it becomes powdery.
2. Mix with toothpaste.
3. Apply to your toothbrush and gently brush your teeth.
4. Can be used without paste, on its own.
5. Use: once a week for a month.
Soda - it couldn't be easier
An excellent cleaner: cheap, and most importantly, always on hand in any home. But this product has its own disadvantage: the enamel becomes thinner when using soda. But this is with daily use. And if you use it without fanaticism, then there will be no harm. The use is similar to the previous one: in its pure form on a toothbrush, and off you go.
If it doesn't work at home, you can try laser teeth whitening to brighten your smile.
Gel based on hydrogen peroxide
In almost all pharmacy stores you can find a gel produced specifically for cleaning tooth enamel. The basis of the gel is hydrogen peroxide. The result depends on how often you use it. You can also whiten your smile using hydrogen peroxide itself without additives. What do we have to do:
• Method 1
Soak a cotton swab with peroxide, and then rub it on the yellowed tooth enamel. Then brush your teeth with toothpaste and rinse your mouth well.
• Method 2
Brush your teeth, rinse your mouth with the prepared solution: add thirty drops of peroxide to a third of a glass of warm water. At the end of the procedure, rinse your mouth with plain water.
Tea tree: a fashionable cleaning product
Recently, this product has gained immense popularity in the field of tooth whitening. And the teeth become white, and kills bacteria outright, since this product is a good antiseptic. How to use:
1. Brush your teeth with toothpaste or powder.
2. Then apply three drops of 100% tea tree oil to the brush and brush your teeth again.
3. Rinse your mouth with a solution of water and lemon.
mouth guard
A good cleaning option is a mouthguard. Pharmacies offer a set: mouth guard and whitening gel.
Application period: within a month. It takes a long time, but the result is guaranteed.
There is no need to expect a quick effect from any product. There will be real changes if you use any of the above methods for at least a month. Without difficulty, as they say. But the result of this cleaning will be a beautiful snow-white smile.
Which whitening methods are best to use at home?
At-home teeth whitening methods are the most affordable option for most who want a Hollywood smile. There are many proven recipes that can affect the appearance of your teeth and restore them to their former beauty at home.
These recipes are effective, but before embarking on such procedures, everyone should understand that only healthy teeth can be whitened, that is, without caries and gum problems. Otherwise, you risk getting unpleasant complications from dentistry, such as stomatitis, gingivitis, new carious spots, tooth decay, etc.
Teeth whitening at home can be done either with the help of natural ingredients, such as lemon juice, berries, or with the help of special preparations based on chemicals, which are offered to the population in various pharmacological containers for convenient application.
Such preparations include a teeth whitening pencil or teeth whitening strips. This type of device mainly operates on the basis of hydrogen peroxide, which is contained in the active composition in a small percentage, approximately from 2 to 12%. As you know, hydrogen peroxide is an aggressive substance for tooth enamel, so if you decide to resort to this method of whitening, you need to be extremely careful and follow all the manufacturers’ instructions. Under no circumstances should you carry out the procedure more often than expected, so as not to destroy the natural layer of enamel.
Trays for teeth whitening at home are also popular, since this method does not require regular visits to dental offices. You just need to make an impression to make a mouthguard and buy a whitening gel, and today there is a very large selection of them. A real modern novelty among this kind of whitening products is the white light device, which consists of a silicone tray into which the whitening gel is applied and a light device that starts the whitening process.
The safest way to make your smile irresistible, as is often said on TV, is to use the right toothpaste for teeth whitening. Is this true or just a marketing ploy by advertisers, we often ask ourselves. If you delve deeper into the essence of the problem, you can understand one simple truth. A paste that can quickly whiten tooth enamel must necessarily contain a sufficiently high amount of the active ingredient and, of course, should not be intended for daily hygiene. So what are we buying when we buy the super new product from advertising? An excellent product for cleaning teeth, and that’s all.
Photobleaching is a procedure based on an LED lamp.
If you really want to whiten your teeth at home, take a comprehensive approach to the problem. First, remove stubborn dark plaque using an active whitening composition (it is applied only to the teeth area), and then use whitening pastes that will prevent the re-penetration of the effects of coffee or chocolate.
