White teeth in the modern world have ceased to be just a picture in a fashion magazine. Now everyone can provide the kind of teeth that best meet their sense of self. Unsafe methods of home teeth whitening are a thing of the past. Modern dentistry is continuously improving and offers several modern and, most importantly, safe ways to get the desired result (Freitas et al. 2). There are two concepts of whitening: professional teeth whitening in a dental clinic and home whitening using special mouthguards. These whitening systems are entirely different and have various effects both in aesthetic terms and in terms of the health of tooth enamel.
I will understand that a person’s teeth are bleached using high-quality dental installations for some factors. People who come to the clinic to make their teeth lighter will receive professional advice. This consultation will tell patients how to make whitening safe, beautiful, and harmless to tooth enamel (Bersezio et al. 9). Teeth bleached by professionals will look healthy and uniformly white. Moreover, bleaching in the clinic preserves the gums’ health, as professional gum protection products prevent their damage.
Teeth whitening is a part of aesthetic dentistry and, in some cases, therapeutic. Epple et al. claim that bleaching helps in some cases to prevent caries and some periodontic problems (1). Therefore, it is imperative that bleaching is carried out in a dental clinic and under the supervision of specialists and not at home. The concept of cabinet bleaching is that the doctor thoroughly cleans the patient’s teeth, preparing the cavity for the bleaching procedure. Then the gum is isolated so that the reagents containing peroxide do not damage the mucous membrane. After these actions, the dentist applies a step-by-step whitening gel and highlights it with a unique lamp. Thus, the processes begin to activate, and the teeth acquire a whiter shade.
Some people cannot fully appreciate the importance of each step of professional whitening and dealing with this issue at home. The concept of home bleaching is more primitive and involves wearing a mouthguard with a bleaching preparation or the usage of whitening stripes (Naidu et al. 235). This type of bleaching excludes individuals and is familiar to all people, which has negative consequences. As a result, the enamel of the teeth may not be white enough, and in the worst case, it begins to peel off, which causes some dental diseases.
To illustrate the difference between professional and home bleaching results, I will give an example of my knowledge. One of my friends did professional bleaching, and the other carried out the procedure at home. The one who did bleach from professionals received the expected result, professional recommendations on nutrition, and new habits, which will preserve the results for as long as possible. Another girl who whitened her teeth at home got a grayer enamel color; without observing the mandatory nutrition measures, teeth began to acquire extraneous shades, and enamel became more sensitive to cold and heat, which led to painful sensations. These examples demonstrate the importance of professional whitening.
In conclusion, teeth whitening people expect their smiles to become more attractive and effective. Still, there are various indications and contraindications for bleaching. Professionals will be able to correctly assess the initial base and give the necessary recommendations to patients. Teeth must be protected, as it will be complicated to restore the damaged and, in some cases, almost impossible. In this regard, I recommend contacting dentists and not whitening teeth at home.
Works Cited
Bersezio, Cristian, MartĂn, Javier, Herrera, Andrea, Loguercio, Alessandro and Fernández, Eduardo. “The effects of at-home whitening on patients’ oral health, psychology, and aesthetic perception.” BMC Oral Health, vol.18, no.208, 2018, pp. 1-10. Web.
Epple, Matthias, Meyer, Frederic and Enax, Joachim. “A Critical Review of Modern Concepts for Teeth Whitening.” Dentistry Journal, vol.7, no.79, 2019, pp. 1-13. Web.
Freitas, Maiara, Carvalho, Marynara, Liporoni, Priscila, Fort, Ana, Moura, Rodrigo and Zanatta, Rayssa. “Effectiveness and Adverse Effects of Over-the-Counter Whitening Products on Dental Tissues.” Frontiers in Dental Medicine, vol.2, no.1, 2021, pp. 1-9. Web.
Naidu, Arti, Bennani, Vincent, Aarts, John and Brunton, Paul. “Over-the-Counter Tooth Whitening Agents: A Review of Literature.” Brazilian Dental Journal, vol.31, no.3, 2020, pp. 221-235. Web.