Teeth whitening treatments were originally developed with the intention for use as compounds for cleaning dentures. Towards the nineties, they became popular among dentists and professional teeth whitening was introduced to the general public. The products on the market contained some of the active ingredients included in professional procedures, but at lower concentrations.
Historically, whiter teeth have always been a sign of good health and prosperity, and various cultures over time have all used different methods of teeth whitening. The ammonia in urine was considered by the Ancient Romans to be beneficial in terms of removing stains, while the Ancient Egyptians favoured powdered pumice stone, an ingredient which continues to be used in some modern products such as whitening toothpastes. Gervase Markham’s The English Housewife, written in 1915, recommends the use of sage and salt as a stain remover –a more pleasant alternative to the old barber shops, where a corrosive nitric acid was considered to be a very effective teeth whitening treatment –until it was realised that this caused the enamel of the tooth to decay. In the 1880s, there were many bleaching treatments available on the market, all of which had varied success levels. The 1900s saw a bleaching process not too dissimilar to modern zoom teeth whitening newcastle treatments, where hydrogen peroxide was coupled with a bleaching light, but this required a large number of treatments for it to be effective. In 1989, two dentists, Prof. Van. B. Haywood and Dr. Haywood revolutionised teeth whitening with the introduction of carbamide peroxide as a whitening treatment, resulting in the invention of at-home bleaching trays.
Laser dentistry was originally developed in the 1960s to help solve gum disease. In 1996, the FDA approved the use of argon lasers in laser teeth whitening, which combines light or heat with a bleaching agent. Since then this, has become one of the most popular methods of teeth whitening along with zoom teeth whitening. Zoom teeth whitening treatments work on a similar principle to laser teeth whitening treatments, using heat and light to activate a gel which is painted onto the teeth.
Despite numerous modern advancements in dentistry, tooth staining continues to be a problem which is experienced by many. Despite a reported rise in so-called “bleachorexics” (Those who bleach their teeth so often as to cause long-term damage to them, often as a result of being bombarded with media images telling them they have a less than perfect smile), tooth staining can be a real problem for some people. Aside from the usual suspects such as staining foods and drinks, not to mention cigarettes, some over-the-counter medicines and antibiotics have been known to cause tooth discolouration, as well as genetics, aging and even having an excess of fluoride, which can cause white spots on the surface of the teeth.
Friday, 11 November 2011
Bleaching trays were developed at the end of the 1980s and continue
Achieving a whiter, brighter smile is now more desirable than ever before, but with some professional teeth whitening treatments costing as much as £750, many people are turning to “at-home” over the counter kits in order to achieve a lightening and polishing effect
There is an array of products to choose from, ranging from toothpastes which claim to have a teeth whitening effect over time, to bleaching trays. DIY teeth whitening Manchester kits are doubtless more desirable now than ever due to the need for less expensive methods of cosmetic improvement.
Despite this, the BACD or the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry has issued a warning, saying that many at-home teeth whitening manchester products can fail to produce effective results, even causing permanent damage to teeth. This article explains a number of different laser teeth whitening products and evaluates their effectiveness and safety of use.
Whitening toothpastes are perhaps the most commonly used forms of teeth whitening treatment. Most treatments suggest that you use the paste in place of your normal toothpaste as a way of eliminating stains from the teeth caused by tobacco and staining food and drinks such as coffee and red wine. Most whitening toothpastes will also provide you with a “whiteness” chart for you to monitor your progress. As far as effectiveness goes, most of these products do not contain any actual bleaching or “whitening” products. In fact many of them contain polishers in the form of pumice, which was originally used by the ancient Egyptians to give a cleaner appearance to teeth. Dental practitioners only tend to use pumice on occasion as it is very abrasive. Over enthusiastic brushing could cause receding gums, even if used for the requisite four or five times as recommended on the box. Other ingredients used whitening toothpastes include baking soda. This is an old remedy which commonly features in household recipes for removing stains from teeth. There is evidence to show that this ingredient can help to remove stains from teeth, but the label “teeth whitening” is perhaps a little deceptive, as there are no actual bleaching or whitening ingredients in the toothpaste. It is however less abrasive than those toothpastes containing “polishers” such as pumice, and a good standby for keeping tooth discolouration at a minimum.
Some at-home kits mimic professional treatments. Bleaching trays were developed at the end of the 1980s and continue to be used today. The kits include a whitening gel, which is applied to a bleaching tray which is designed to fit over the user’s teeth. The trays are then kept in for around half an hour to an hour for the gel to take effect. The strength of hydrogen peroxide in the product is on a par with some of the bleaching products in use by dental practitioners, which suggests that this works, however as these are not custom fitted trays, there is the risk of the bleaching gel leaking out onto gums and into the mouth. However, there are custom tray kits available on the market where the user can make a mould of their own teeth; however care must be taken to ensure it is accurate.
Finally, sonic electric toothbrushes are considered perhaps the most effective method of returning teeth to their original colour while improving the overall health of both gums and teeth.
There is an array of products to choose from, ranging from toothpastes which claim to have a teeth whitening effect over time, to bleaching trays. DIY teeth whitening Manchester kits are doubtless more desirable now than ever due to the need for less expensive methods of cosmetic improvement.
Despite this, the BACD or the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry has issued a warning, saying that many at-home teeth whitening manchester products can fail to produce effective results, even causing permanent damage to teeth. This article explains a number of different laser teeth whitening products and evaluates their effectiveness and safety of use.
Whitening toothpastes are perhaps the most commonly used forms of teeth whitening treatment. Most treatments suggest that you use the paste in place of your normal toothpaste as a way of eliminating stains from the teeth caused by tobacco and staining food and drinks such as coffee and red wine. Most whitening toothpastes will also provide you with a “whiteness” chart for you to monitor your progress. As far as effectiveness goes, most of these products do not contain any actual bleaching or “whitening” products. In fact many of them contain polishers in the form of pumice, which was originally used by the ancient Egyptians to give a cleaner appearance to teeth. Dental practitioners only tend to use pumice on occasion as it is very abrasive. Over enthusiastic brushing could cause receding gums, even if used for the requisite four or five times as recommended on the box. Other ingredients used whitening toothpastes include baking soda. This is an old remedy which commonly features in household recipes for removing stains from teeth. There is evidence to show that this ingredient can help to remove stains from teeth, but the label “teeth whitening” is perhaps a little deceptive, as there are no actual bleaching or whitening ingredients in the toothpaste. It is however less abrasive than those toothpastes containing “polishers” such as pumice, and a good standby for keeping tooth discolouration at a minimum.
Some at-home kits mimic professional treatments. Bleaching trays were developed at the end of the 1980s and continue to be used today. The kits include a whitening gel, which is applied to a bleaching tray which is designed to fit over the user’s teeth. The trays are then kept in for around half an hour to an hour for the gel to take effect. The strength of hydrogen peroxide in the product is on a par with some of the bleaching products in use by dental practitioners, which suggests that this works, however as these are not custom fitted trays, there is the risk of the bleaching gel leaking out onto gums and into the mouth. However, there are custom tray kits available on the market where the user can make a mould of their own teeth; however care must be taken to ensure it is accurate.
Finally, sonic electric toothbrushes are considered perhaps the most effective method of returning teeth to their original colour while improving the overall health of both gums and teeth.
Bleaching is a popular method of teeth whitening
Tooth whitening is the practise of lightening the natural colour of the tooth while avoiding removal of the tooth surface. While a complete colour change cannot be made, the process can make the existing shade lighter, depending on the type of teeth whitening product used and the severity of the tooth staining.
teeth whitening Liverpoolcan take place for a number of different reasons. It may be that over time the consumption of staining foods and drinks such as coffee and red wine has caused the teeth to become discoloured. Teeth staining can also occur as a result of smoking, or certain medications, which can also cause the teeth to become discoloured. The truth is that very few people have perfectly white teeth, and that tooth discolouration is a natural part of the aging process, but teeth whitening Liverpool is still an option for those who are extremely unhappy with the appearance of their teeth.
Along with the rise in popularity of laser teeth whiteningtreatments in recent decades has grown the trend for celebrities getting their teeth whitened. For many, this has piled the pressure on, causing even those who do not really need to undergo treatment to end up paying large sums for expensive teeth whitening treatments. In a survey carried out in 2007 by the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, one third of the population claimed not to be happy with the appearance of their teeth, while only one in four said they were satisfied. In 2009, around 10,000 people underwent some form of teeth whitening treatment in the UK alone, suggesting that teeth whitening is becoming a more complex issue tied up with the assault of media imagery on a general public who have yet to become immune to its insinuation that the images represent what everyone should look like.
Nonetheless, for those in genuine need of teeth whitening, there are many options available. There are a variety of toothpastes on the market promising teeth whitening effects, but the word “whitening” here is perhaps a little misleading. What these toothpastes actually do is to use differing levels of abrasive “polishers” to clean the teeth with, removing dirt and other particles, but not necessarily whitening them the way a product containing hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide can. The abrasive ingredients in these products sometimes include ground pumice stone, which can be too harsh for teeth, causing gum recession and damage to the enamel. Baking soda is considered a far safer option and has long been used in a variety of home-made compounds to whiten teeth.
Bleaching is a popular method of teeth whitening and can be carried out either by a dental professional or using an at-home DIY kit. The difference between bleaching trays offered professionally and at home kits is that the bleaching gel in the kits is not put into a custom-fit tray, which can cause the gel to leak onto the gums and mouth. Custom moulds are available for home use, but they can be difficult to use.
Zoom and laser teeth whitening is another, albeit quite expensive method of professional teeth whitening where a gel is applied to the teeth.A zoom heat lamp or an argon laser is then used to activate the gel.
teeth whitening Liverpoolcan take place for a number of different reasons. It may be that over time the consumption of staining foods and drinks such as coffee and red wine has caused the teeth to become discoloured. Teeth staining can also occur as a result of smoking, or certain medications, which can also cause the teeth to become discoloured. The truth is that very few people have perfectly white teeth, and that tooth discolouration is a natural part of the aging process, but teeth whitening Liverpool is still an option for those who are extremely unhappy with the appearance of their teeth.
Along with the rise in popularity of laser teeth whiteningtreatments in recent decades has grown the trend for celebrities getting their teeth whitened. For many, this has piled the pressure on, causing even those who do not really need to undergo treatment to end up paying large sums for expensive teeth whitening treatments. In a survey carried out in 2007 by the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, one third of the population claimed not to be happy with the appearance of their teeth, while only one in four said they were satisfied. In 2009, around 10,000 people underwent some form of teeth whitening treatment in the UK alone, suggesting that teeth whitening is becoming a more complex issue tied up with the assault of media imagery on a general public who have yet to become immune to its insinuation that the images represent what everyone should look like.
Nonetheless, for those in genuine need of teeth whitening, there are many options available. There are a variety of toothpastes on the market promising teeth whitening effects, but the word “whitening” here is perhaps a little misleading. What these toothpastes actually do is to use differing levels of abrasive “polishers” to clean the teeth with, removing dirt and other particles, but not necessarily whitening them the way a product containing hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide can. The abrasive ingredients in these products sometimes include ground pumice stone, which can be too harsh for teeth, causing gum recession and damage to the enamel. Baking soda is considered a far safer option and has long been used in a variety of home-made compounds to whiten teeth.
Bleaching is a popular method of teeth whitening and can be carried out either by a dental professional or using an at-home DIY kit. The difference between bleaching trays offered professionally and at home kits is that the bleaching gel in the kits is not put into a custom-fit tray, which can cause the gel to leak onto the gums and mouth. Custom moulds are available for home use, but they can be difficult to use.
Zoom and laser teeth whitening is another, albeit quite expensive method of professional teeth whitening where a gel is applied to the teeth.A zoom heat lamp or an argon laser is then used to activate the gel.
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