Choose professional teeth bleaching for a smile as bright as the Miami sun

Humankind has appreciated the youthful beauty of a sparkling white smile since ancient times. As we age, the cumulative effects of time, foods, beverages, environmental factors, health problems, and habits such as smoking cause teeth to darken. Throughout history, people have tried to bleach teeth with everything from urine to acid. Fortunately, modern dentistry has a much better safe and effective teeth whitening solution.

Today's peroxide based teeth bleaching formulas remove stains from the enamel without causing harm. However, not all systems are created equal. You might expect the simplest answer to be one of the countless whiteners available at your local drugstore. These products are unreliable at best and potentially harmful at worst. There are several reasons to bypass the do-it-yourself options, and see a dentist.

Health and safety

The American Dental Association recommends consulting your dentist if you are considering any kind of whitening treatment. Although it is an extremely safe procedure when performed properly, there are oral health considerations. Your dentist will conduct a comprehensive oral examination. Deep cavities, fractures, or other damage that exposes the nerve should be addressed before treatment, to avoid pain. Additionally, some individuals are prone to tooth sensitivity, even when their oral health is good. In these situations, your dentist will adjust the treatment, or possibly recommend gradual whitening with a take-home tray, rather than in-office bleaching.

Superior results

Over the counter products might make fantastic claims, but none can match the effectiveness of professional bleaching. Given the overwhelming number of products on the market, you might wonder how we can be so sure. The answer is simple. Legally, the active ingredients in retail products cannot exceed certain limits, just as over-the-counter medicine is less potent than that prescribed by a physician. Even with the best retail product, results will develop very slowly. Dental whitening can lighten your teeth as much as eight shades in one visit!

Don't take chances with your health, safety, and the appearance of your smile. If you are interested in teeth whitening, call Miami Modern Dental at (786) 338-9228 (Miami) or 305-667-7050 (South Miami/Coral Gables) and schedule an appointment today.


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