Why Our Teeth Whitening Process Works

Teeth whitening has grown more popular over the last decade. Perhaps this has to do with a growing awareness of the importance of having a brighter, cleaner-looking white teeth. It could also be a product of need. Never before have we had such an access to or need for products that can stain or discolor the teeth. In the fast paced modern world, most people find some way to keep their energy up. This has led to a virtual explosion in the sale of goods like energy drinks, cola products, tea, and coffee.

Coffee is one of the leading products that can stain your teeth, just like all the others listed because it is rich in chromogens. However, this has not stopped it from becoming the most sold beverage in America. Today there are over 53 thousand coffee shops dotted across the country, each contributing to the coffee habit of 54% of all adults in American that will drink at least one cup every single day. Additionally, 68% of all coffee drinkers will have that first cup of coffee within an hour of waking up, typically immediately before or immediately after they brush their teeth. There is nothing wrong with a cup or two of coffee, however, you should be aware that coffee can and will stain your teeth over time, which is why teeth whitening has become such an essential part of our tools to help you have a brighter smile.

It’s all about science –

Teeth whitening is done with the help of a chemical process. This is an extremely safe process, provided that you understand that it is a chemical process and take two easy precautions. First we recommend that you always see a dentist before you start to use a teeth whitening solution. This is to prevent the potential that you could irritate your teeth because of some preexisting condition that can be exasperated by the use of the whitening solutions. We can also tell you the level of whitening you need and advice you on frequency. The other mistake we ask you to avoid is one common to people who self-whiten. Teeth, naturally, start to lose their pearly whiteness and become stained after the process. Repeated use of whitening products, without giving your enamel time to adjust, is not recommended. This can result in an extreme sensitivity in your teeth, and also other dental challenges that may require further treatment.

What makes teeth white?

Teeth, like all objects on earth, get their color based on how they reflect natural light. Light is reflected off of teeth at a particular angle, which is in turn interpreted by the brain as bright white. When you have stains or discoloration, the angle is not correct, and hence the teeth appear less white. In order to correct this teeth whitening solutions use a peroxide based formula for oxidizing the teeth. The peroxide quickly absorbs into the teeth enamel and changes the natural chemical composition ever so slightly to release free radicals. These free radicals make the teeth appear more colorless, and since natural light is white the teeth appear to the brain to be brighter and whiter.