Whitening toothpastes may not work as well as they are advertised. It only works after a teeth whitening procedure.
“But if you really want to whiten your teeth, using only whitening toothpaste might work but the change is very minimal after using it for a long period of time,” said Dr. Sina C. Dabbagh, a Filipino-Persian dentist.
Teeth become discolored because of many reasons. Certain food and drinks like coffee, tea, colas, wines, and certain fruits and vegetables (for example, apples and potatoes) can stain teeth. Smoking or chewing tobacco can also have the same effect. Of course, poor dental hygiene such as inadequate brushing and flossing to remove plaque and stain-producing substances can cause tooth discoloration. Even age is a factor because as one ages, the outer layer of enamel on teeth gets worn away, revealing the natural yellow color of dentin.
“Excessive fluoride either from environmental sources, meaning naturally high fluoride levels in water, or from excessive use like fluoride applications, rinses, toothpaste, and fluoride supplements taken by mouth, can cause teeth discoloration. Also head and neck radiation and chemotherapy, as well as certain infections in pregnant mothers can affect enamel development and cause tooth discoloration in the infant,” explained Dabbagh who is a resident dentist at Global Elite Dental Clinic .
But fret not, she assured. It is possible to have very white teeth. And it is not that difficult.
Global Elite uses the most advanced laser-teeth whitening system, Philips Zoom WhiteSpeed, the No.1 patient-requested professional whitening brand. With clinically superior results and efficacy versus other professional whitening alternatives, WhiteSpeed is one of the fastest ways to create brighter, healthier smiles that patients will want to show off. When combined with the pH booster in the whitening gel, WhiteSpeed’s advanced blue LED light-activated technology greatly accelerates the whitening process, delivering dramatic results your patients will love in just one office visit.
After Zoom teeth whitening, Global Elite gives its patients a teeth whitening kit that they can use once a week or once a month to maintain their white teeth. Patients are also advised to avoid smoking and eating food that stains teeth.
The Zoom procedure is well worth it for pearly whites that bring confidence and a fashionable smile that never goes out of style.
You can have an Elite smile with the help of Global Elite Dental Clinic, Unit 2016 Centuria Medical Makati, Century City Kalayaan corner Salamanca, Poblacion, Makati, 1210 Metro Manila. Call (02) 793-8633, 0917-8993548 for inquiries and appointments.