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Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures. It makes a big difference in the way your smile looks for a relatively small investment of time and money. But you may have heard that whitening can cause sensitive teeth or feel concerned about its impact on your oral health. Below, you’ll find out how teeth whitening works and why it causes temporary sensitivity in some people but not others. You’ll also get tips to alleviate sensitivity so you can have the beautiful results you want as comfortably as possible.
Teeth whitening contains ingredients such as carbamide peroxide or hydrogen peroxide that penetrate the enamel and break up stains. The FDA limits the strength of over-the-counter products, so they aren’t as effective as professional options. Treatments from a dentist are also gentle and safe and contain special ingredients that minimize sensitivity and protect your enamel.
Here’s how 2 different professional options work, both of which will whiten your teeth by 3-7 shades:
Sensitivity occurs because the teeth are covered in hundreds of tiny pores that allow “information” like cold, heat and pressure to reach the nerve. Whitening temporarily opens these pores, which happens more in some people than in others because of simple genetics or heredity. This makes the nerves in their teeth more susceptible to stimulation from hot, cold, etc. However, when sensitivity does occur, it’s temporary.
In addition, there are some great ways to minimize sensitivity and still get excellent results.
Achieving a gorgeous smile shouldn’t be uncomfortable. With high-quality whitening from a dentist and a few simple strategies, everyone can get fantastic results – without sensitivity!
Dr. Sheri McIntosh is a general and cosmetic dentist with over a decade of experience. She knows that a beautiful smile can change someone’s life and makes sure every patient gets great results from their whitening treatment. She also takes steps to help them stay comfortable throughout the process. If you’re interested in teeth whitening or have any questions, she can be reached via her website.
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