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Professional Teeth Whitening for Self Esteem

A whiter brighter smile could be just what the doctor, or dentist, ordered if you are unhappy with your grin. Sometimes all you need is a professional teeth whitening session in Delray Beach to make those whites pearly again.

According to Dr. George Sanchez, over the counter tooth whitening products do work. However, people have a tendency to use too much of the product too often as gels, pastes, strips and rinses are not as strong as professional whitening products.

Over the Counter Teeth Whitening Products

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Your cosmetic dentist in Delray Beach explains that whiteners like strips, polishes, pastes and trays won’t get your teeth as white as professional teeth whitening products will, also those trays aren’t custom made and can leak. If any of the product leaks you will experience sensitivity.

As previously mentioned, over the counter products are used too often. People also use too much product. This will result in sensitive teeth and even chalky teeth. People have also complained of blue teeth because they used too much tooth whitening products.

Professional Tooth Whitening is the Best

Because Dr. George Sanchez and his team monitor professional tooth whitening, you will not have to worry about blue or chalky teeth. As a result, professional whitening is safer.

 You can also opt for custom made take home whitening trays that will lighten your teeth in about two to three weeks.

Does Teeth Whitening Work for Everyone?

People who have their natural teeth are the perfect candidates for teeth whitening. Over the counter and professional teeth whitening products will not work on teeth that are restored or teeth with interior stains.

If your teeth are dull, stained, and yellow with age, call and schedule a professional teeth whitening appointment with your cosmetic dentist in Delray Beach.

Call and schedule your appointment today.


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Don’t Be So Proud of your Old Dental Restorations

If your old dental restorations are still intact but have not been checked lately, you may want to schedule an appointment with your dentist in Delray Beach. Dr. George Sanchez will inspect your restorations using special tools that detect decay in and around existing fillings.

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Dr. George explains that old dental restorations will contract and expand because of temperature changes and just plain old age. When this happens, fillings crack and leak allowing food debris and bacteria to eat away at the healthy tooth. So essentially yes, you can develop new cavities in a tooth that has previously been filled.

How to Prevent Decay 

Of course, good oral hygiene including twice daily brushing and flossing once a day will keep your teeth and gums healthy. However, your teeth need to be checked out by your Delray Beach dentist at least twice a year. If you have soft enamel or other issues, Dr. George recommends three or four dental checkups each year to prevent additional problems.

Why Checkups Prevent Further Decay

Cavities and gum disease will get worse; there is no doubt about it. According to Dr. George, leaving a decayed tooth and bleeding gums to their own devices will cost you more time and money.

Small cavities are repaired with a simple tooth colored filling. However, dental caries that are not treated will become bigger and deeper. Sadly, untreated cavities and dental caries develop into deep decay requiring more intrusive treatments such as root canal therapy or extraction. 

Schedule a Dental Restorations Checkup

If you have old restorations that haven’t been checked lately, call and schedule an appointment with Dr. George today. A dental checkup makes all the difference in the world and could actually save a tooth. Call and schedule yours today.