Selecting Dental Products
Toothpastes today are formulated to meet your every dental need and come in many flavours. Have your dental professional suggest the best toothpaste in India.
TEETH WHITENING
Discover safe and effective natural ways to whiten teeth at home and enhance your smile. Learn about maintaining oral hygiene for teeth whitening at home.
Over a decade of research has proven bleaching and other whitening methods to be both safe and effective. Several products in the market today have shown no adverse effects on teeth or gums in substantial clinical and laboratory testing. Be sure to look for clinically proven products, follow directions and consult with your dental professional.
In the past, the higher bleach concentrations used in-office treatment resulted in more sensitivity. Today, however, bleaching gels are well buffered, making sensitivity less of an issue. Sensitivity may occur in people after whitening procedures, particularly when they eat hot or cold foods, but usually disappears after 48 hours and stops completely when treatment is stopped.
If you do experience sensitivity, there are several ways you can help eliminate it:
In a few cases, your dentist may discourage dental bleaching:
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2.3 billion
people worldwide suffer from tooth decay
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