Tooth Whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures available today. It is one of the quickest, most effective ways to enhance the appearance of your smile.
Here at Mona Goodarzi DDS in Irvine, California, we understand that there a quite a number of fallacies circulating about teeth whitening treatments. As such, we feel it’s only fitting to help debunk some of the common myths here for you today.
Myth #1: Household Teeth Whitening Agents help to whiten teeth
Fruits and Vegetables act as natural teeth whitening agents which help to remove food particles and plaque from teeth, but their whitening power is miniscule and results take a long time to show.
Brushing with Olive Oil is a controversial teeth whitening agent; however, there is little evidence of noticeable whitening results.
Orange peel is an old-fashioned teeth-whitening remedy which. The white inside portion of an orange peel, called the albedo, contains a number of compounds including vitamin C, limonene, glucarate, pectin and soluble fiber. Limonene, also called d-Limonene, is a natural solvent cleaner that is extracted from the orange peel and used commercially in a wide variety of cleaning products. Unlike the fruit itself, orange peels do not contain citric acid, which can erode tooth enamel over time.
Myth #2: Teeth whitening is painful
Teeth whitening should not be painful; however, gums and teeth can be very sensitive to hydrogen peroxide. Most tooth whitening procedures increase teeth sensitivity for twenty-four hours until the teeth become remineralized by saliva. Here at Mona Goodarzi DDS, our gentle touch and experienced staff will ensure your comfort is prioritized throughout your treatment.
Myth #3: Anyone can get their teeth whitened
If your front teeth have been capped or you have crowns, teeth whitening will not work for you. A crown, which is a synthetic material, cannot be whitened. However, most tooth restorations are designed to resist stains, so often those crowns or caps will not require whitening.
Myth #4: Whitening damages your enamel
Although teeth whitening has been associated with damaging teeth enamel, a recent study by the Journal of American Dental Association concluded that teeth whitening agents do not increase the susceptibility of wear on tooth enamel. However, those products sold over the counter are not always ADA approved and can therefore be a risk to your health and enamel. By seeking a professional treatment here at Mona Goodarzi DDS you can rest assured knowing that we use safe effective products.
Myth #5: Only dentists can perform teeth whitening procedures
You can now get your teeth whitened at special kiosks within shopping malls. However, the technicians who perform the procedure are not dentists, nor are they medical experts. Teeth whitening technicians are not allowed to put their fingers in your mouth and must use “trays” that you insert into your mouth yourself. We recommend seeing a professional here at Mona Goodarzi DDS for safe and effective treatment.
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At our dental practice located in Irvine our dental professionals are trained to diagnose the source of your tooth discoloration and select an appropriate and safe teeth whitening treatment in response to your unique needs. We are proud to offer our patients highly advanced laser whitening treatment that produces outstanding results whilst protecting the health and integrity of your smile.