A dazzling set of pearly whites has been the secret
behind that ultimate winning Hollywood
smile in Dubai, and not to
mention the Hollywoodesque good looks.
A recent study has revealed that when presented with
almost 200 images of men and women, participants opted for the most bright, white
and evenly set teeth, as the most
attractive choice. When examining deeper into the reasons behind why participants
opted for this choice, it was concluded
that teeth are viewed as the human equivalent of a 'peacock’s tail', which
portrays health and genetic quality designed to help choose a mate. And, by
witnessing many of the transformations of celebrities, to a new set of sparkling,
bright white teeth, it is evident the difference they can make to the overall
look and self-confidence.
It's not a secret that many women want white teeth, but
with a plethora of discounted deals and different products on the market, all promising to give the user the most
dazzling smile, it can be a challenge to
decide on which treatment or product to opt for. However, there are certain
risk involved when choosing a product which does not work, it is even more
imperative to make the right decision, as many unlicensed treatments or
products can put an individual's oral health at risk, causing irreparable
damage to the teeth and enamel.
So whether it's at home or at the dental clinic, the dentist
in Dubai presents eight top tips for individuals looking to make the
decision to have teeth whitening treatment.
1. Visit the Dentist - When opting for teeth whitening, it is crucial
for the patient to visit a reputed dental clinic in Dubai
that features well experienced and trained dentists. The UK General Dental
Council has deemed that tooth whitening is the “practice of dentistry” and
therefore, teeth whitening should only be carried out by trained and registered
dental professionals.
2. Don't expect anything much from toothpaste and gel
treatments - Most toothpastes in the market have a detergent-like effect on the
surface of the teeth, and when combined with brushing will remove superficial
stains, making the teeth feel and look cleaner. Basically, whitening
toothpastes are for stain removal and use enzymes or mechanical particles to
remove stains.
Gel treatments are fine to use as long as the dentist oversees
it and makes sure that the appropriate whitening gel is used as these can be
very effective and convenient. However, beware of gels bought online, as they
do absolutely nothing to improve the whiteness of the teeth, but can be harmful
at the same time, so use it carefully.
3. Don't substitute routine dental checkups for other
alternatives - Today, oil pulling have
become a fast oral trend and many individuals are substituting oil pulling as opposed
to visiting the dentist. Oil pulling is used to whiten teeth and improve the overall
oral health of many individuals as well as celebrities, who are endorsing this craze. However, there is no
such evidence to date that this method works. The oil pulling technique
involves swishing a tablespoon of oil around the mouth for 15-20 minutes and
then drawing out toxins in the body and mouth,
improving an individual's oral health and in turn, whitening teeth as stains
are drawn out and removed.
Those who use this technique should not substitute it
with their regular visits to the dentist as it will not reverse tooth decay or whiten
teeth as expected, so it's important to keep visiting the dentist regularly.
4. Be careful of over the counter DIY kits - Despite DIY
kits bought over-the-counter being safe to use, they can easily be used
incorrectly and research has shown that they can lead to other health concerns
such as stomach problems, mouth infections, toothache, gum- shrinking and even
nerve damage. Therefore, it's best to not to use these kits and opt for a professional
home whitening system recommended by the dentist.
5. Avoid food that stains the teeth - There is no firm evidence
that individuals should avoid consuming colored foods once they have had teeth
whitening treatment, however, it is best to stay away from food that would
stain a white ceramic bowl when left to sit in it for a few hours. Typically,
the biggest culprits for staining teeth that should be avoided soon after teeth
whitening treatment are tobacco, black tea or coffee and red wine.
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