{"id":601,"date":"2019-09-09T09:49:23","date_gmt":"2019-09-09T09:49:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/blog\/?p=601"},"modified":"2023-07-17T17:28:37","modified_gmt":"2023-07-17T17:28:37","slug":"does-over-the-counter-teeth-whitening-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/blog\/2019\/09\/09\/does-over-the-counter-teeth-whitening-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Over the Counter Teeth Whitening Work? Find Out Here"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft  wp-image-603\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Two-photos-of-before-and-after-teeth-whitening-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Two photos of before and after teeth whitening\" width=\"339\" height=\"226\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Two-photos-of-before-and-after-teeth-whitening-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Two-photos-of-before-and-after-teeth-whitening-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Two-photos-of-before-and-after-teeth-whitening-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Two-photos-of-before-and-after-teeth-whitening.jpg 1031w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 339px) 100vw, 339px\" \/>One of the most common questions dentists hear is, &#8220;Does over-the-counter teeth whitening work?&#8221; While the worldwide industry for store-bought whitening products is estimated at an astounding 3.2 billion dollars, high sales don&#8217;t mean that these products provide great results! If you&#8217;re interested in erasing years of stains and discoloration and having a beautiful white smile, keep reading to find out how to get the best results from the start.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Is Over-the-Counter Whitening as Good as Professional Whitening?<\/h2>\n<p>Simply put&#8230;no! There are a couple of main reasons why professional whitening delivers superior results:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>You&#8217;re working with a professional<\/strong> &#8211; Your smile is just as unique as you are. By working with an experienced cosmetic dentist, you&#8217;ll be sure that you&#8217;re getting the best treatment for For example, if you have a lot of dental fillings or crowns, tetracycline staining, fluorosis, or developmental enamel defects, you simply won&#8217;t get the results you want from an over-the-counter product. With a professional&#8217;s guidance, you won&#8217;t spend money on something that doesn&#8217;t work great the first time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Professional products are stronger <\/strong>&#8211; The Food and Drug Administration regulates the strength of store-bought products. A dentist is licensed to provide higher concentrations that are also safe and gentle for your enamel. Professional whitening also contains ingredients that minimize the temporary cold sensitivity some people get.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Multiple Professional Options For Everyone<\/h2>\n<p>Look for a cosmetic dentist who offers several different types of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/teeth-whitening.html\">professional whitening.<\/a> With multiple options, one is sure to fit your needs:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pre-filled trays<\/strong> &#8211; This option is great for people with milder stains and discoloration. You&#8217;ll wear these disposable, one-size-fits-all trays for 20 minutes at a time for 10 consecutive days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Custom-made trays<\/strong> \u2013 With custom-made trays, you can re-use them for many years and touch up your results as often as you&#8217;d like. For your initial treatment, you&#8217;ll wear them at home for 4-8 hours a day (or overnight for best results) for about 10-14 days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Icon whitening<\/strong> &#8211; An Icon treatment is excellent for stubborn white spots or other types of more severe staining. A dentist will remove a small amount of surface enamel before applying whitening gel to the teeth. This gives your smile a smooth, uniform, beautifully white appearance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To find out which choice is best, schedule a consultation with a cosmetic dentist. After assessing your needs, they&#8217;ll create the perfect treatment plan for you.<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, seeing a dentist is your best bet for safe, reliable teeth whitening. With their help, you&#8217;ll avoid the disappointment that can come with over-the-counter products and achieve the gorgeous smile you&#8217;ve always wanted.<\/p>\n<h2>About the Author<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/meet-dr-bancroft.html\">Dr. Joanne Bancroft<\/a> is an award-winning general and cosmetic dentist who completed her residency at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. She&#8217;s seen firsthand how whitening enhances her patients&#8217; self-image and provides multiple professional options to fit everyone&#8217;s needs. If you&#8217;ve been wanting to brighten your smile and have any questions, she can be reached via her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/contact.html\">website.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the most common questions dentists hear is, &#8220;Does over-the-counter teeth whitening work?&#8221; While the worldwide industry for store-bought whitening products is estimated at an astounding 3.2 billion dollars, high sales don&#8217;t mean that these products provide great results! 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