Having a dazzling white smile can make a tremendous difference in the way a person looks and feels. While everyone would love to have a movie star smile, it’s often hard for people to achieve a radiant smile by brushing and flossing alone. Many normal daily activities, such as eating, drinking, and medication, can take away the brightness of your smile over time.

Fortunately, it’s possible to restore the beauty of your smile with cosmetic dentistry in Shanghai. It’s safe, fast, and convenient with the help of the experienced team at PureSmile. Here are six common questions we’ve compiled about professional teeth whitening.

1. What is Teeth Whitening?

Teeth whitening is a common dental procedure used to improve the color and brightness of a person’s teeth. At PureSmile, one of our trusted dentists will examine and identify the cause of your smile’s discoloration. Common causes of dull teeth include:

• Food and drink
• Tobacco 
• Medication
• Trauma

Once the dentist confirms that teeth whitening would be a viable option to enhance your smile, a member of our dental team will prepare customized trays containing peroxide-based bleaching agents. These trays rest on your teeth until the desired results are achieved, usually between 30 minutes and an hour.

2. Can Discolored Teeth Become White Again?

Some people may think that their teeth are too discolored to ever be restored to a radiant white. In most circumstances, removing stains and enhancing the brightness of one’s natural teeth is possible with the help of professional whitening techniques.

Of course, results will vary based on the condition of the patient’s teeth, as well as the cause of their tooth discoloration.

3. What About DIY Products?

Now more than ever, people are turning to at-home whitening products to lighten their discolored smiles. Do-it-yourself whitening products may seem ideal for their convenience and affordability. However, the best way to achieve the white, bright smile of your dreams is to make a whitening appointment at the dentist. Here’s why:

• Safety: Our trusted doctors will supervise your teeth whitening treatment to ensure that your teeth are not damaged in the process.
• Personalization: Our customized bleach trays will fit your mouth perfectly.
• Effective: We use top-of-the-line products that effectively deliver results.
• Fast: Patients can have a whiter, brighter smile in as little as one visit to PureSmile.

For teeth whitening results that are fast, safe, and effective, making an appointment with the experienced team at PureSmile is always the best option. 

4. Will Teeth Whitening Damage my Teeth?

Whitening your teeth at PureSmile is safe and will not damage your teeth’s enamel. Professional teeth whitening is virtually pain-free for most people. If you do experience sensitivity during or after your procedure, it should go away quickly.

5. Is Teeth Whitening Permanent?

Unfortunately, the results of having your teeth professionally whitened won’t last forever. For most patients, you can expect the results of your whitening treatment to last between one and three years. However, this will greatly depend on the patient’s condition and lifestyle.

6. Does it Work on all Teeth?

It’s important to note that professional teeth whitening is only intended for a person’s natural teeth. It will not work on artificial teeth, such as dental crowns or veneers.

Professional whitening treatments are not effective at altering the appearance of teeth that have been discolored because of trauma. Additionally, whitening products should never be used on patients with untreated oral health problems, such as cavities, as they can make them worse. Whitening treatments should only be performed on a person with healthy teeth and gums.

With a professional whitening treatment at PureSmile in Shanghai, you can achieve the white, bright smile you’ve always wanted! Contact us today to learn more about our progressive whitening techniques and to schedule an appointment with one of our friendly dentists.