{"id":342,"date":"2019-06-16T20:04:27","date_gmt":"2019-06-16T20:04:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/?p=342"},"modified":"2019-07-18T20:08:49","modified_gmt":"2019-07-18T20:08:49","slug":"teeth-whitening-in-waterbury-professional-versus-store-bought","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/teeth-whitening-in-waterbury-professional-versus-store-bought\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons to Choose Professional Teeth Whitening in Waterbury"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/AdobeStock_23842166__1561554961_56533.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-343\" width=\"336\" height=\"239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/AdobeStock_23842166__1561554961_56533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/AdobeStock_23842166__1561554961_56533-768x549.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 336px) 100vw, 336px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re standing in the aisle at your local drug store\ncomparing two different types of whitening products. You read the promises of a\nwhiter smile in just days and while that sounds great, you wonder if it\u2019s worth\nthe money. Let us answer that for you: it\u2019s not! No matter if you buy from the\nstore or opt for a professional solution, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/teeth-whitening.html\">teeth whitening in\nWaterbury<\/a> is an investment. Why not make sure you get the results you want?\nBefore spending your hard-earned money on something that\u2019s unlikely to deliver\non its promises, let us share 5 reasons to choose professional teeth whitening\nover the store-bought brands. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes Tooth Discoloration?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Over time, you\u2019ll notice that what was once a bright and\nbeautiful smile is now dull and beginning to turn a yellowish color. No matter\nhow much you brush your teeth or rub your finger vigorously over the smooth\nsurface, you can\u2019t get rid of those pesky stains and discoloration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why? Because stains develop from a variety of foods,\nbeverages, medications, and bad habits. Even injuries can cause discoloration.\nWhen stains penetrate the top layer of your tooth, the enamel, they can live on\nthe surface or embed themselves down deep. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some ways your teeth can become discolored include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Dark-colored foods and beverages, such as\ncoffee, tea, red wine, berries, colorful fruits and vegetables, and soda<\/li><li>Certain prescription medications (i.e. high\nblood pressure or even antihistamines)<\/li><li>Smoking<\/li><li>Tooth injuries that result in bleeding<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Choose Professional Teeth Whitening Over the Store-Bought Kind?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to get rid of these types of stains is\nto whiten your teeth. While there are plenty of over-the-counter whitening\nproducts, many do not deliver the results you desire, nor do they provide an\neven whitening experience. It\u2019s best to let the professionals take care of this\ntype of treatment. Why? Here are a few reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Customized Treatment: <\/strong>Whether you opt\nfor in-office or at-home whitening kits, your cosmetic dentist in Waterbury\nwill customize your whitening treatment based on your individual needs.\nAllowing your dentist to provide you with custom trays and the same high-grade\nbleaching gel used for in-house treatment will ensure you receive an even\nwhitening experience. <\/li><li><strong>It\u2019s More Effective: <\/strong>Your dentist\nwill use a much more powerful solution to whiten your teeth than those found in\nthe store. The bleaching agent used in many whitening products is low-grade,\nwhich means it won\u2019t brighten your smile as quickly or effectively as\nprofessional treatment. <\/li><li><strong>It\u2019s Safer: <\/strong>The whitening gels found\nin over-the-counter products can be messy and irritate your soft tissues. By\nhaving your teeth whitening in-house or using a custom at-home kit provided by\nyour dentist, you\u2019ll be assured to have a much safer treatment that produces\nless mess and reduces the likeliness for gum or skin irritation.<\/li><li><strong>Money Well Spent: <\/strong>Investing in your\nsmile should mean achieving great results that last. Instead of spending money\non multiple whitening products that require you to whiten your smile more\nfrequently to keep your results, opt for a professional solution that ensures\nyou\u2019ll have a brighter smile for longer. <\/li><li><strong>Drastic Results: <\/strong>Professional teeth\nwhitening will have you seeing drastic results in less time. Many in-office\ntreatments can brighten smiles in an hour, and custom, at-home whitening can\nproduce results in just two weeks. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Do Results Last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Professional teeth whitening, whether performed in the\ndentist office or at home, can last for several months, but you must be\ncommitted to regular touch-ups if you want your results to last even longer.\nWhitening doesn\u2019t last forever, and it\u2019s not a permanent solution, but you are\nguaranteed to have results that last longer than those found on your local drug\nstore shelf. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re ready to trade in that lackluster smile for a more\nbeautiful, brighter smile, invest your money and your time in a professional\nteeth whitening solution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Authors <\/strong><br>Dr. Luciano Marini earned his bachelor\u2019s degree from the University of Connecticut before attaining his dental degree at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Ann Marie Mancini received her doctoral degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Overseeing Waterbury Smiles, Dr. Marini and Dr. Mancini offer a wide array of general dentistry options for families living in Connecticut, including cosmetic dentistry services. If you\u2019re looking to improve your smile, teeth whitening in Waterbury can eliminate stains and have you sporting a whiter, brighter smile in no time at all! For questions about the services we offer, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(203) 575-9097<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019re standing in the aisle at your local drug store comparing two different types of whitening products. You read the promises of a whiter smile in just days and while that sounds great, you wonder if it\u2019s worth the money. Let us answer that for you: it\u2019s not! 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