->What is tooth whitening?
Tooth whitening, also called bleaching, is a process of lightening and removing stains from a tooth. This process bleaches the enamel and dentin, the principal mass of a tooth, and brightens the discolored teeth.
-> What are the different methods of teeth whitening?
Some of the teeth whitening options are over-the-counter whitening systems; dentist dispensed at-home products, laser tooth whitening method; Loaded Tray Teeth Whitening method and in-office whitening methods.
-> Are the whitening effects permanent?
Whitening effects are never permanent.
-> How do the teeth whitening kits work?
The peroxide chemical is the main ingredient of every whitening product that bleaches the tooth enamel. About 10% carbamide peroxide are present in dentist dispensed products whereas 15 to 35 percent hydrogen peroxide is present in professionally applied tooth whitening products. When these products are used with laser, it speeds up the whitening process.
-> Who are not recommended to undergo teeth whitening?
Tooth whitening is not recommended for children below 16 and for lactating and pregnant women....