This teeth whitening
method has exploded in popularity over the last several
years. this method truly gives you dental quality
results at a fraction of the price. This page
explores why this method is effective, how it works, and
some advantages and disadvantages.Description
With a custom teeth whitening kit, you basically make
an impression of your teeth, send it to a lab, get back
a custom mouth tray, and then fill it with gel that
whitens your teeth. Whew, that was a mouthful!
How it Works
These products work by bleaching your teeth with a
solution
of peroxide or one of its derivatives (carbamide or
hydrogen). The peroxide is broken down in your
mouth and then oxidizes (whitens) the stained particles
in your teeth that are responsible for discoloration.
Effectiveness
Similar to all at home teeth whitening kits, these
products are very effective at whitening teeth
dramatically. They have been proven in numerous
clinical studies to significantly whiten teeth and not
damage tooth enamel. What exactly does that mean
for you? They work and they're safe.
Advantages/Disadvantages
The advantages of these products are many.
First, they give you very effective results, noticeable
results. In fact, the results are as good if not
better than what you can get at a dentist office.
Second, these products cost a fraction of what a dentist
would charge (but a little more than a semi-custom at
home kit). Third, they are easy to use and have
been proven to be very safe.
The disadvantages of custom at home teeth whitening
kits tend to be occasional complaints of heightened
tooth sensitivity and gum irritation. Other than
that, there's not many other disadvantages.
General Instructions
The process for whitening your teeth with one of
these custom kits is fairly straightforward.
Basically, you make an impression of your teeth with
materials contained in the kit that is then sent to a
lab. Several days later, the lab sends you back a
professional, custom fitted tray for your mouth.
Then you place a small amount of gel or solution on
the tray and insert it into your mouth over your teeth.
It should be very comfortable to wear since it's custom
fitted. The tray is left in your mouth for a
certain period of time as specified by the instructions
of your particular product.
As with all teeth whitening products, be sure to
follow the instructions very closely of the product you
have chosen to use.
Summary
What's not to like about custom at home teeth
whitening kits? You get dental quality results at
a much lower price. It's also nice to be able to
apply the treatment in the comfort of your own home.
And it's safe. To many, this option is the perfect
combination of outstanding results and affordability.
