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Laser teeth whitening is a popular cosmetic dentistry procedure used to restore the natural whiteness of stained or yellowed teeth.  The dentist begins the teeth whitening process by cleaning the patient’s teeth and removing plaque and build up.  A rubber dam is put in place to protect the gums before the dentist applies a peroxide-based gel to the teeth.  The gel, which carries a professional strength formula, aids the laser in producing the best whitening effect. 

Once the gel is in place, the dentist activates it with a laser.  Taking approximately one hour, the laser teeth whitening procedure can make the patient’s teeth up to 10 shades whiter.  Some patients may have deep stains as a result of prolonged coffee drinking or smoking.  Patients who use certain medications, like tetracycline, might also have darker teeth than necessary.  In these cases, repeated laser teeth whitening sessions may be necessary.   

The quick treatment and immediate results make this procedure a popular choice for patients with sensitive teeth.  The results can last for three years, but this varies according to the patient’s diet and smoking habits.  Some patients experience sensitivity to the cold during or after treatment.  Other temporary side effects include discomfort in the gums, sore throats, or white patches along the gum line.  These symptoms typically disappear within a few days of the treatment.
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Teeth Whitening
written by Abraham, April 23, 2008
With 84% of adults rating a whiter smile as key to winning at life, sales of over the counter teeth whitening products have soared. Although over the counter (OTC) products such as whitening toothpastes, whitening strips, and brush-on bleaching solutions claim immediate results, they often produce marginal results and eventually end up requiring quite an investment. Today, online shoppers are discovering that the cosmetic dentistry labs being used by local dentists to produce lasting Teeth Whitening results are available directly to the public too.

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