Yellow or discolored teeth can be treated with whitening agents containing carbamide peroxide. Applied directly on the surfaces of the teeth, carbamide peroxide treatments can be done at home. The dentist will construct a customized tray for the patient to hold the whitening agent and advise the patient as to how long the appliance should be worn each day and the duration of the treatment. Customized dental trays help prevent the gel solution from coming in contact with soft tissue, which can cause sensitivity and irritation.
While there are many over-the-counter whitening agents, these are of much lower concentration than those prescribed by a dentist, and not all discolorations respond to treatment. Hence it is necessary to have a consultation with a dentist to see if you are suitable for the whitening procedure.
Yes they do — in the right cases and if used in the right way. Over the counter products have much lower concentration of the active agent so they take a longer time to work. Dentist-administered products, on the other hand, have higher concentrations so the results can be seen faster – and they last longer
We would love to show you photos of the teeth whitening we have done for our patients however, Singapore ‘s Ministry of Health regulations do not allow the display of “before and after” photos of patients on the website. Such photos are available at our clinic for your perusal.
This depends on your habits like how effectively you brush your teeth, how much coffee, tea or wine you drink and whether you smoke.
Unfortunately no.
For these reasons, it is best to have a professional consultation to find out which method is best for you. Sometimes all you may need is a good, professional polishing to have brighter teeth!
June 4, 2018
November 20, 2017
