Wednesday, 14 July 2010

Chairside Teeth Whitening Systems

Dentists have various professional whitening systems to choose from for their patients.  All of these whitening systems have unique characteristics but dentists’ standard for choosing the right product is its degree of effectiveness.

Below is a list of some professional whitening products dentists and professionals prefer. The kind of bleaching laser or light is enclosed in parentheses.

1.            BriteSmile (gas plasma light/light emitting diode)
2.            LaserSmile (a Biolase laser)
3.            LumaArch (halogen light)
4.            Rembrandt Sapphire (plasma arc light)
5.            Zoom! (metal halide light)

Zoom! Chairside Teeth Whitening System is the product-competitor of a company named Discus Dental, Inc. against other teeth bleaching items in the marketplace. This product is a complete teeth whitening system. The said manufacturer provides dentists with major bleaching items: the tooth whitener, the bleaching laser, and even many of the ready to use and single-use items for patienta that your dentists need when utilizing the Zoom! whitening treatments. Dentists usually pay around $ 1,500 for the system. 

Like many other whitening systems, the Zoom! Chairside Teeth Whitening System uses certain a peroxide-based gel and its given activator. These two materials are combined together during the whitening process forming whitening gel that is very basic (has a pH range that is usually between 7.5 and 8.5) and is 25% hydrogen peroxide.

The Zoom! teeth bleaching product uses a metal halide light made from excited mercury atoms to activate and enhance the whitening solution combined above.  Moreover, the steps that comprise the treatment do not necessarily vary from other professional whitening systems. 

One additional feature of the Zoom! Laser light unit is built-in with an infrared filter that helps lessen the intensity of light coming in contact with the teeth during the treatment. However, Zoom! bleaching light can illuminate the lower and upper set of teeth simultaneously while the solution is being applied on the teeth’s surface.

The following summarizes some important characteristics of this professional whitening system.

2.            Each bleaching session, which lasts for 20 minutes, is divided into three separate applications of the  Zoom! teeth whitener.
3.            In other words, the contact of a patient’s teeth to the bleaching gel is one hour.
4.            After the treatment, instructions on how to use additional whitening item and/or tray-based teeth bleaching items are given to patients so they can extend the whitening process even outside the dental clinic.
Chairside Whitening System?”
This is a resolution that needs to be discussed between you and the dentist who will perform the whitening treatment. Generally speaking, many dentists trust this product as this is, according to many of them, an excellent product among other competitors. 

 Besides, this product is created by a company that seems to have the sincerest intentions of producing a credible product since dentists should maintain their good reputations. Whatever outcomes happen to a patient after using the Zoom! Teeth whitening system, it should be as excellent as with any other high-end professional teeth bleaching systems.

Saturday, 10 July 2010

Teeth Whitening Treatments

Teeth whitening treatment is the best choice for people with low level of confidence yet who wish to make their smile perfect. But still many people are unconvinced with the outcome of this method. People think that risks of undertaking teeth whitening are more important than its benefits. Let as look at some of the possible risks that might arise after undergoing teeth whitening and how to prevent this or overcome them when it happens again.

In Colorado, teeth whitening involve application of bleach solution to whiten the teeth. People who have extreme sensitivity or gum diseases might not suitable to undergo teeth whitening. First, their gums should be treated. When gums are in good condition, they can now decide for teeth whitening. Health experts do not recommend bleaching products that contains 3% bleach. Bleach product with only 0.1% are acceptable which might entail human intake. Teeth that are exposed on bleaching product for a longer time will cause severe damage to teeth. It is still recommended to undergo teeth whitening under the direction of an authorized dentist.

It is unsafe to undergo teeth whitening for people who used drink or smoke a lot. People will be more susceptible to harmful result of alcohol when high intake of hydrogen peroxide is made. Pregnant and lactating women should also avoid these bleaching products for the safety of their infants.

People with sensitive teeth might use medicated toothpaste and have a soft bristle toothbrush after going through in teeth whitening to minimize the irritation and pain. It is still vital to check with a dentist before deciding through teeth whitening process. There are no other bad effects of teeth whitening aside from the above mentioned problems. 

A conventional plastic tray is used to easily fit into the mouth to put on the chemical inside. This is used in in-house teeth whitening and be careful in applying it to avoid some damage to your gums. Bleaching gel is applied into tray and the person wears it in mouth regularly for consecutive weeks. It takes for 3 to 4 weeks before the effect of  teeth whitening appears. 

Though it is very simple to perform this and it is equally effective as a dentist way of doing a teeth whitening procedure, but remember that the whole process is being done by your own without the advice of a dentist. To prevent some problems and avoid damage to your gums, read the instructions carefully. Know all the ingredients of the bleaching product that you apply in your teeth. 

Also be careful in applying the right amount of whitening that is being taken by your teeth. It is then very essential to observe the health condition of your teeth and gums. If the tray will cause the swelling or bleeding of gums or irritation, consult the dentist immediately.Home teeth whitening are more economical but it is still recommended to have it in authorized dentist like in Colorado teeth whitening clinic.