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Everybody wants sparkling white teeth
and a beautiful smile on their face. This demand
for a new beautiful look has lead to popularizing
the teeth whitening process. However, there
are risks associated with the teeth whitening
process.
The
two most common side effects are temporary increase
of tooth sensitivity and irritation of the gums.
A sensitivity problem in the teeth usually occurs
in the initial stages of whitening process.
The irritation of the soft tissues often occurs
during the fitting of mouthpiece tray. Irritation
of soft tissues due to tooth whitening agents
is found to be very rare. These side effects
are mainly temporary and often disappear within
few days.
There are some remedies to avoid such temporary
side effects due to teeth whitening. If you
are suffering from sensitivity problem you can
control it by using the tray for a shorter period
or by taking rest from whitening for few days.
This will allow your teeth to adjust with the
whitening agent you are using. You can also
contact your doctor for advice on toothpaste
rich in fluoride or toothpaste that contain
potassium nitrate. These will protect your enamel
as well re-mineralize your teeth.
However, before the deciding on the process
of teeth whitening you need to be very cautious
about the product you are purchasing. Some market
products are not up to the mark. Some manufacturers
do not even consider or follow the safety measures
or norms while making the whitening agents.
The product quality standards fixed by concerned
certification authority are often not met by
the manufacturers. Many whitening products dispensed
from the dentists or pharmacists receive proper
certification from concerned departments and
maintain the health standards. It is always
best to opt for these products even if they
cost you more.
It is absolutely necessary to buy those whitening
agents which are safe and effective. You should
apply 10% carbamide peroxide containing whitening
agent for whitening process at home and 35%
hydrogen peroxide containing product at the
clinic under the supervision of your dentist.
Over the counter (OTC) whitening toothpastes
can only be used if those have proper certification
from concerned authority. Otherwise use of any
cheap product that is marketed even with a guarantee
of producing best results on use can be injurious
to health.
Some other risks associated with teeth whitening
are overdose or overuse, addiction, and using
unhygienic or improper instruments. If you really
want to whiten your teeth then it is mandatory
that you follow your dentist's recommendation
and manufacturer's direction properly to avoid
any complications arising from this process
in the long run. |
