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Why You Should Get Teeth Whitening Done at a Dental Clinic
Posted by Dr. Julie Boudreault On 7-01-2025
Achieving a whiter smile should never come at the expense of your oral health. It's important to visit an experienced dental clinic for teeth whitening.
A dental office that specializes in cosmetic dental services knows how to brighten your smile safely and effectively. You can finally attain the Hollywood smile of your dreams—simply visit Milltown Dental for professional teeth whitening.
Top 4 Reasons to Visit a Cosmetic Dental Clinic for Teeth Whitening
1. Professional teeth whitening is safe for your teeth and gums
The number one reason why you should have teeth whitening done at a dental clinic is safety. Your oral health should always be the priority. A bright, white, and dazzling smile is the cherry on top.
Professional cosmetic dental services performed by or under the direction of an experienced cosmetic dentist are perfectly safe. After all, our priority is your long-term oral health! However, the same cannot be said for over-the-counter whitening products produced by large corporations.
These companies are well-meaning, but, nonetheless, focused on making a profit. Lower-quality ingredients often find their way into their products, putting your oral health at risk.
For example, many store-bought whitening kits contain high levels of hydrogen peroxide. This harsh chemical eats away at the enamel protecting your teeth, leading to enamel erosion and increased tooth sensitivity. When your tooth enamel is weakened, you’re also more vulnerable to tooth decay.
There are even more reasons why over-the-counter treatments should be avoided. These DIY kits contain tooth-whitening strips or trays that are designed to fit everyone, which means that they never fit anyone properly. Your mouth is unique to you, so there is no true one-size-fits-all approach to dental treatments.
Since DIY whitening trays do not fit correctly, the active chemicals in the whitening solution can encroach beyond your teeth and contact your mouth’s tissues. This can damage your mouth’s soft tissues and cause gum irritation.
Furthermore, these kits do not come with a knowledgeable cosmetic dentist to advise on proper usage and the risks of misusing these products. As a result, many people do not follow the instructions on store-bought kits correctly. A common example is leaving whitening strips on for longer than the recommended time, which can lead to worn-down tooth enamel and painful gums.
On the other hand, dental clinics offer the highest-quality teeth-whitening products alongside professional supervision. The products will not damage your enamel or irritate your gums. Moreover, your Milton dentist explains the process to prevent accidental misuse.
2. You’ll enjoy impressive results and a whiter smile
The whole point of whitening your teeth is to achieve a whiter, brighter, and more attractive smile. However, some whitening products do not follow through on that promise.
Store-bought whitening kits, in particular, rarely deliver the desired results. Instead of a bright and beautiful smile, you end up with a grin that looks remarkably similar to how it did before. In some cases, your smile may even look worse!
Over-the-counter whitening products tend to contain lower-quality ingredients. Consequently, they fail to brighten your smile to the desired shade.
The one-size-fits-all approach to store-bought whitening trays and strips is another problem. The whitening solution may not be applied properly (or evenly), so your teeth won’t brighten appropriately.
That uneven application of whitening solution can also cause a splotchy appearance. Different teeth can brighten to different levels. Your smile could feature multiple shades instead of a single, cohesive, white colour.
Professional teeth-whitening treatments use a higher concentration of whitening agents to guarantee better results. Furthermore, the customized process ensures that every tooth receives the same amount of whitening.
3. Your smile stays brighter for longer
Since the whitening treatments from dental clinics use a higher concentration of ingredients, dentists can provide longer-lasting results. Professional whitening agents can penetrate into your teeth (safely) to eliminate deep stains and discolourations. The resulting transformation isn’t only more dramatic; it’s also more enduring. Your smile will stay brighter and whiter for far longer.
Conversely, store-bought whitening kits do not produce the same long-lasting results, which can be very frustrating. This can also motivate some people to use even more over-the-counter products. Unfortunately, overusing these products can damage enamel and gums.
4. Customized treatment from an experienced cosmetic dentist
When you visit your Milton dentist for a cosmetic dental service, like teeth whitening, you receive the highest standard of treatment. This involves a custom treatment plan tailored to your unique mouth and personal goals, ensuring you have the smile of your dreams at the end of the whitening process.
Of course, optimal results must go hand-in-hand with safety. Customized treatment is also the best way to protect your teeth and gums during this process. Your dentist works with you to prevent enamel degradation and gum irritation, while ensuring your smile brightens to the desired shade.
Customized treatment means custom whitening trays. These are made specifically for your mouth, ensuring a comfortable fit. Remember, a better fit leads to better, safer results. Before you start your teeth-whitening journey, our Milton dentists check the trays' fit to ensure they’re perfect.
Professional Teeth-Whitening Services From Milltown Dental
At Milltown Dental, we offer a variety of cosmetic dental services. These include professional teeth whitening to brighten your smile effectively and safely. We also provide custom-fitted home-use whitening kits so you can brighten your smile from the comfort of your own home.
However, before we send you home with your trays, we will show you how to use the solution and apply it to your teeth correctly. We will also explain the whitening process so you can get the results you want without damaging your tooth enamel.
Visit Milltown Dental for Cosmetic Dental Services
Our cosmetic dental services can transform your smile by safely and effectively brightening your teeth. Whether your teeth have yellowed or faded, our dental professionals can help.
Simply contact our Milton dental office to learn more. Alternatively, mention it at your next routine appointment. We’ll discuss your options to determine a custom whitening treatment plan that meets your needs.
To learn more about our cosmetic dental services, call Milltown Dental at (833) 318-3281 or contact us here.
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