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Cheap teeth whitening by ‘Fabulous Tan/Studio/Group/Smile’? Not too fabulous.

Published on April 27, 2009 in Teeth whitening. 13 Comments Tags: , , .

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Just Google for Teeth whitening and FabulousTan.sg pops up on the sponsored search. You look at your search box wondering if you could get that far a typo from ‘teeth whitening’ to ’sun tanning’ (which they pop up tops on the Google’s sponsored links as well). But on further clicking, you realise that they do indeed provide teeth whitening under the arm of ‘Fabulous Smile’.

So how does a company that started off with Tanning do with Whitening? The first darkens and the latter lightens. Maybe it keeps the Yin and Yang of the company in check. Most importantly, how do they fair at a treatment everyone goes to a dentist for? From what I found out, ‘Not too fabulous‘

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Tooth Whitening Methods

Published on June 25, 2008 in Articles. 0 Comments Tags: .

There are different ways you can whiten your teeth with the help of your dentist. Dentists employ different techniques in tooth whitening. There are the external and internal techniques.

External technique has to do with application of the teeth whitening gel on the outer surface of the teeth. When a tooth is discolored as a result of metal fillings or damaged blood vessels, this technique will not remove the stain. External tooth whitening can be categorized in two ways, namely at-home tooth whitening and laser or power tooth whitening.

Home tooth whitening has to do with designing of a rubber mouth guards by your dentist. The dentist designs the rubber mouth guards in such a way that it is precisely for your teeth. You will then be given the tooth whitening gel with detailed instruction on how to use the gel with the mouth guards.

Laser or power tooth whitening system involves the insertion of a rubber seal with in your tooth. This is done to protect your given. Then your tooth will be painted with the gel. A bright light is directed to your teeth. This light makes the whitening process faster, which can last for about one or two hours for a better result.

In internal tooth whitening as the name implies, the gel is introduced into your tooth through a hole made on your tooth by your dentist. This procedure is exclusively for successfully root treated tooth.

During this tooth whitening technique, your dentist will drill a hole at the back of your front tooth. Then he will apply the tooth whitening gel inside the hole. Your dentist will then seal the hole with temporary fillings, while the gel is inside the tooth. This technique has no pain since the tooth has no nerve.

In about a week time the dentist has to remove the fillings and the tooth whitening gel. You can still request for repeat of the techniques if you are not satisfied with the shade of color of your teeth.

Finally, your dentist will fill the holes with a tooth colored filling. Internal tooth whitening techniques can require other techniques for tooth whitening success.

Charles is a technical writer for toothwhitening.fateback.com - A free site that offers info on the problems and solutions regarding the different teeth whitening techniques.

By Charles Uwalaka

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If You Want A Brighter Smile And Whiter Teeth Let A Professional Dentist Whiten Your Teeth For You

Published on June 24, 2008 in Articles. 2 Comments Tags: .

If you want to have whiter teeth, you have two ways to achieve it. You can buy teeth whitening products or you can have a dentist perform teeth whitening procedure. Using teeth whitening gel or toothpaste is cheap but you are not guaranteed results. Going to a doctor, on the other hand, may be a tad pricey but a dentist is trained and qualified to perform teeth whitening procedures with great results.

Some dentists use the laser teeth whitening process to whiten teeth. Before performing this teeth whitening procedure, your dentist will clean your teeth. Next gel will be applied to your teeth. The gel has strong whitening chemicals. After applying the gel, the dentist will place your teeth under a laser to accelerate the teeth whitening process. The Zoom laser, used by many dentists, causes teeth to whiten in less than an hour. With only a single session, you can have whiter teeth that will remain white for over a year.

Dentists are trained to find out the level of discoloration in your teeth. For your teeth whitening need, your dentist will be able to recommend a suitable treatment to make your teeth white. You will simply be wasting time and money trying all kinds of teeth whitening gels and toothpastes that bring no results. Sit with a dentist and get professional advice and results.

If you go to your dentist for a teeth-whitening procedure, your dentist will also be able to give you advice on how to maintain your new white teeth. While it’s true that you will be spending a considerable amount of money when you go to a dentist, the cost is worth it because you will be getting quality service and advice.

Before undergoing a teeth whitening procedure make sure you know about what the main teeth whitening benefits are by visiting www.brightersmilewhiterteeth.com, a popular teeth whitening website that provides tips, advice and resources to include information on whitening strips and gels, teeth whitening methods, teeth whitening risks and benefits.

By Tim Gorman Platinum Quality Author

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Teeth whitening (take home)

Published on June 13, 2008 in FAQ. 0 Comments Tags: .

Q: How much would a tooth whitening (take home) kit be?
A: It would cost around SGD$500

Q: How long will it take to see result?
A: Approximately two weeks time, we will give a take home tray for you to apply and wear it every night during sleep.

Q: How long will it last?
A: It depends on your lifestyle and maintenance of your teeth. Factors like the amount of tabacco products used, lifestyle habits like being a coffee drinker or wine drinker does stain the teeth faster than normal.

Q: Is it worth it?
A: You can’t really put a price to beauty, so if it help you boost your self-esteem, confidence, marvel at the interview and get the job, then get it done.

Teeth whitening (chair-side)

Published on June 13, 2008 in FAQ. 2 Comments Tags: .

Q: How much would a teeth whitening in Singapore cost?
A: It would cost around SGD$1200 - SGD$1500

Q: How many sittings is it going to be?
A: One sitting of 60 - 75 minutes.

Q: Is laser bleaching better than home bleaching?
A: Results for laser bleaching are immediate, whereas home bleaching, which is just as effective, requires more time to achieve the desired results. Most of the time, it is the patient that finds it difficult to follow through with the teeth-whitening home kit.

Q: How long does the whitening last?
A: Provided good oral hygiene is maintained, together with regular dental visits, and a maintenance whitening kit (quarterly interval) (to take home $250), the whitening is able to last for 2 - 3 years.

However, how long the whitening can last is also dependent on individual’s habits such as the use of tobacco products, and the intake of caffeine and wine.

Q: Who is suitable for whitening treatment?
A: Whitening treatment is not recommended for pregnant women and children

Q: What are the side effects of tooth whitening?
A: Tooth whitening may cause temporary tooth sensitivity, but it should dissipate within 24-48 hours.