An underrated annoyance is when you wake up in the morning, go about your daily routine, and have to stare at your stained teeth in the mirror for a few minutes. Even though dental staining is part of natural wear and tear, there’s something about “pearly yellows” that turns people’s smiles upside down. If you’ve been thinking about giving your teeth a glow up, you’ll love these four good reasons to get a professional teeth whitening treatment!
#1. It’s Extremely Safe
Unlike store-bought solutions, professional teeth whitening treatments are customized to suit your unique needs. Personalized take-home trays, for example, help prevent gum irritation and ensure the whitening agents are properly applied to your enamel. And if you have sensitive teeth, your cosmetic dentist can dilute the agents to be gentler on your smile. Basically, you won’t have to worry about permanent sensitivity or damaged enamel.
#2. In-Office Whitening Takes Just One Hour
Got a special event coming up? No worries – an in-office whitening treatment can be completed in just one hour! While you probably don’t want to try to make an appointment the day of a wedding or graduation, this can definitely give you peace of mind if you have a busy schedule. You can’t get that kind of reassurance with whitening toothpastes or activated charcoal!
#3. Achieve the Brightness You’ve Always Wanted
Both professional take-home and in-office whitening treatments are far more effective than OTC products. The whitening agents a cosmetic dentist is qualified to use are specifically formulated to slip through the pours in dental enamel and eliminate stains directly. Your cosmetic dentist is also qualified to use higher ingredient concentrations than the average toothpaste company. After a professional treatment, you’ll notice a dramatic difference, and won’t have to squint in the mirror just to see the results!
#4. It’s More Cost-Effective in The Long Run
Cheaper, DIY whitening solutions might seem more budget-friendly at face value, but think about how many toothpastes, gels, and TikTok methods you’d have to invest in just to get slightly whiter teeth. Since the results are often underwhelming and short-lived, people often have to buy multiple products for several months or even years – with no guarantee that their smile will actually appear brighter.
What you’re really paying for with professional teeth whitening is better treatment quality, personalized care, more satisfying results, and a longer lasting shine. Overall, many patients find that professional whitening is a better bang for their buck!
Talk to Your Dentist Today
Whether one or more of these reasons have convinced you to get professional teeth whitening, make sure you call your dentist sooner than later. Put your dissatisfaction to rest and take the first step towards a brighter, more confident smile!
About the Practice
At Midtown Family Dentistry of Dallas, our two experienced dentists and skilled orthodontist prioritize lasting treatment solutions. After all, why would you want a “band-aid fix” for something as important and prominent as your smile? Thanks to our team’s dedication to quality care and comprehensive service, our office can provide both professional take-home and in-office whitening treatments. If you’re tired of seeing pearly yellows instead of pearly whites, give us a call at 469-529-6016 or request an appointment online.