{"id":108,"date":"2024-10-20T02:00:48","date_gmt":"2024-10-20T02:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mynorthbethesdadentist.com\/blog\/?p=108"},"modified":"2024-10-20T02:00:50","modified_gmt":"2024-10-20T02:00:50","slug":"reasons-to-visit-a-dentist-for-teeth-whitening","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mynorthbethesdadentist.com\/blog\/?p=108","title":{"rendered":"OTC Teeth Whitening VS Professional Teeth Whitening"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-109 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mynorthbethesdadentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/teeth-whitening-3-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Before and after teeth whitening comparison\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mynorthbethesdadentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/teeth-whitening-3-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mynorthbethesdadentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/teeth-whitening-3-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mynorthbethesdadentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/teeth-whitening-3-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mynorthbethesdadentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/teeth-whitening-3-1536x1021.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.mynorthbethesdadentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/teeth-whitening-3-2048x1361.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Teeth come in endless shades and tones naturally, but you can&#8217;t put a price on the benefits of a bright, white smile. A recent study found that 33% of Americans are unhappy with the appearance of their teeth. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mynorthbethesdadentist.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html#whitening\">Tooth discoloration<\/a> is a leading concern. There&#8217;s a rising demand for OTC teeth whitening products because of their affordability and convenience. However, don&#8217;t expect to achieve any noticeable or lasting results. You can stop throwing money away and invest in dramatic, lasting improvement by visiting your dentist for professional teeth whitening.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Risks of OTC Teeth Whitening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many OTC whitening products are safe when used according to the manufacturer\u2019s guidelines, but there are some that can damage your teeth. It&#8217;s not always easy to determine which are safe and not everyone is a candidate for teeth whitening.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides the potential dangers to your dental health, no OTC product contains professional-strength whitening ingredients. Therefore, they can only produce minimal temporary results. It&#8217;s common to overuse whitening products to try to lift stains, which can cause irreversible damage to your smile.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of Professional Teeth Whitening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can reach your goals without the risk when visiting a cosmetic dentist. They will examine your mouth to ensure you are a candidate for teeth whitening. You must have healthy teeth and gums. They&#8217;ll create a personalized treatment plan to get your teeth significantly whiter. You have multiple options, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>In-Office Teeth Whitening:<\/strong> Your teeth can get up to 8 shades whiter in about 1 hour using an in-office whitening treatment. A protective barrier is placed over your gums and lips before applying a whitening gel, which is activated using a special light.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>At-Home Teeth Whitening:<\/strong> You can achieve in-office results from the comfort of your home with a take-home kit. Your dentist will give you everything you need to gradually whiten your teeth by using the kit every day for about 2 weeks.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter the method, your results can last for several months or years with the right care, like brushing and flossing. Your dentist can provide you with a touch-up kit to maintain your results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Yelena Obholz<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mynorthbethesdadentist.com\/meet-dr-obholz.html\">Dr. Obholz<\/a> earned her dental degree from the New York University College of Dentistry and has continued her education in periodontics, oral surgery, and cosmetic dentistry. She is a proud member of the American Dental Association and the District of Columbia Dental Society. If you\u2019re ready for a brighter smile, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mynorthbethesdadentist.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">request an appointment<\/a> through her website or call her office at (301) 945-8182.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Teeth come in endless shades and tones naturally, but you can&#8217;t put a price on the benefits of a bright, white smile. A recent study found that 33% of Americans are unhappy with the appearance of their teeth. 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