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If you’re not happy with your stained teeth, teeth whitening treatments can restore their natural shine and color. That said, you may be wondering if you should schedule professional treatment from a cosmetic dentistry specialist or whether you can get the same results with at-home whitening kits. Below is what you need to know about seeking professional attention versus doing it yourself.

DIY

Most DIY whitening kits consist of strips you wear over your teeth for a certain amount of time each day, usually over the course of one or two weeks. While these kits may remove some staining from your teeth, they’re generally not as effective as the treatment a dentist offers. They’re also inconvenient — to get the full results, you need to set aside time each day to wear the whitening strips. Additionally, some patients who wear them improperly experience gum irritation or teeth sensitivity after treatment.

Professional

Teeth-Whitening-Enterprise-ALProfessional teeth whitening service delivers better results than DIY kits. That’s because dentists have the tools and experience necessary to use stronger bleaching agents on a patient’s teeth.

They also can whiten most patients’ teeth in just one session, usually lasting under an hour. If a patient has particularly stained teeth, they may receive wearable trays to take home after treatment, but this is a rare occurrence.

Most importantly, a dental professional will offer advice to help patients avoid dental staining in the future. There’s little point in whitening your teeth if you can’t take steps to prevent the problem later.

 

For the best results, seek professional attention. If you need a teeth whitening treatment in the Enterprise, AL, area, contact S. Jill Spurlin, DMD. Dr. Spurlin’s experience in cosmetic solutions ensures quality results. Visit the office online for more information on their dental services, and call (334) 475-2624 to schedule an appointment.

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