Whitening Trays: Dazzle Your Way To Whiter Teeth
Teeth whitening has become such a popular cosmetic dentistry practice that there is now a wide array of over-the-counter teeth whitening products available in the market today. Your choices include whitening toothpastes, rinses, gels, and strips. Even the whitening tray which was used only in an in-office setting before can now be used inside the comfort of your own home. In fact, this particular tool for teeth whitening is one of the most popular products used and preferred by so many people.
So, what is a whitening tray?
A teeth whitening tray is a mouth-guard like tray that is filled with peroxide based bleaching solution. The tray is worn by the patient for a couple of hours each day for as long as four weeks or more, depending on the shade you desire. On the market today are three different types of trays, the first one is a disposable tray. It’s disposable because it’s made of flimsy material- designed for a one-time use.
There is a drawback of this type is that since it is not custom-fitted, there may be times when the tray could move around, but the great advantage of using this type is that the bleaching gel is pre-inserted so you would not have to do it yourself. This is teeth whitening minus the fuss and mess.
The second choice would be the non-disposable teeth whitening tray made of a rubber material that can easily conform to the shape of your mouth more efficiently than the first option. This comes with a tube of teeth whitening gel, which you would have to insert on the top and bottom of the tray before you wear it. Since these trays are bigger and wider, it is easier for the user to fit it into his/her mouth. The fact that you need to insert the gel yourself means extra work and the fact that it is not disposable means you have to clean it afterwards. You can dispose of the tray and replace it with a new after several uses or when you notice that the tray has become stretched or worn out.
The last type of teeth whitening tray you would have fitted for you at a dentist office. The procedure is more expensive than if you did it yourself, however probably the most effective for the tray allows the gel to sit just right on each tooth.
Just remember you need to see a dentist if you want a custom fit tray, otherwise you have many options available to you. Buying online is a good idea because you can save time, money and energy.
Whatever type of whitening tray that you decide to use, make sure that you pick a reliable and topnotch brand so you can be sure of quality, safety and effectiveness. Aside from that, be consistent with your use of the product and follow instructions thoroughly. Even if you have purchased a high quality product, if you fail to follow the directions, your teeth would not improve in color.