It’s normal for our teeth to become stained and yellowed over time, but you may be wondering how you can give yourself a sparkling, white smile again. You might see whitening toothpaste in your local store and wonder if that will give you the dazzling smile you want. Dr. Billie Reeder, Dr. Lori Hare, and Dr. Robin Ross at Healthy Smiles Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Claremore and Tulsa, OK, can explain the difference between whitening toothpaste and professional teeth whitening.
Whitening Toothpaste Vs. Teeth Whitening
If you’re trying to whiten your teeth, you might be wondering if whitening toothpaste is enough to do the job. With whitening toothpaste, you won’t be able to change the actual color of your teeth or lighten any stains that go deeper than the surface of your tooth. Whitening toothpaste should be used twice a day and can take several weeks for any results to appear. Some whitening toothpaste can also cause wear on your enamel and can damage your smile.
With teeth whitening from your dentists in Claremore and Tulsa, OK, you’ll be able to penetrate the surface and lighten the shade of your natural teeth and lift any deep stains from your smile. Teeth whitening only takes an hour to perform and if it’s done in-office, you should start noticing results almost immediately. You can lighten your teeth several shades and the results can last for a while when you continue with your normal oral hygiene routine. Teeth whitening can be done in-office or with a custom take-home kit.
Contact Your Dentist Today!
Find out how you can get a dazzling smile. Contact Dr. Billie Reeder, Dr. Lori Hare, and Dr. Robin Ross at Healthy Smiles Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Claremore and Tulsa, OK, to learn more about the differences between teeth whitening and whitening toothpaste. Call today at (918) 749-0303 for the office in Tulsa, OK, and (918) 343-4300 for the office in Claremore, OK.