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Dental Whitening Is Best When Done with Your Dentist
If you have been considering teeth whitening but aren’t sure if you should try an over-the-counter product or see your dentist for an at-home professional treatment, it is important that you understand the differences between these options. An at-home whitening treatment you can buy at your local drug or grocery store may cost less and be more convenient. However, the results you can get in Surrey, British Columbia when visiting the team at Surrey Place Dental Group are superior and involve fewer risks.
More Efficient Results
It does not matter which method of teeth whitening you ultimately choose. Any teeth whitening treatment will use hydrogen peroxide as a bleaching agent in the solution used. The whitening solution used by your dentist for a professional take-home treatment will consist of 15-43 percent hydrogen peroxide. But, an over-the-counter treatment will contain only 3-20 percent peroxide. When you elect for a professionally provided at-home treatment with a higher peroxide concentration, you will see faster and better results that last longer.
Additionally, you will receive instructions and have the ability to contact your dentist if you have any concerns. Over-the-counter treatments can take weeks or even months only to show inferior results. In contrast, professional at-home treatment will produce superior results safely and effectively.
Professional Oversight
A significant advantage that a professionally provided at-home treatment holds over one you buy at your local drug store is that you will receive treatment oversight both before and during the course of your treatment to ensure that the results you get are excellent. When you first see your dentist, your teeth will be examined to verify your good candidacy for a whitening treatment. This step is essential to avoid results that would be less than perfect.
Additionally, your dentist will clean your teeth and make sure any existing plaque and tartar are removed before providing you with your take-home treatment. Your dentist will be available to you throughout the whitening treatment to ensure nothing goes wrong so that there is minimal tooth sensitivity or irritation of the gums afterward.
When you choose a whitening kit from your local store, you’re on your own. What you get are results that are uneven and less than optimal. There is often no number you can call to get help if you have questions about the instructions.
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Longer Lasting Results
When you look for an over-the-counter whitening option that you can do from the comfort of your own home, you will see that there is a never-ending line of options, including whitening toothpaste, strips, mouthwashes, etc. These products work by removing discoloration from the tooth’s surface. A professional at-home whitening does so much more by penetrating your teeth and producing far more dramatic and lasting results.
Schedule A Professional Whitening Today!
Your local Surrey, BC, dentist provides an at-home teeth whitening option, which produces excellent results compared to over-the-counter options. To schedule an appointment with Surrey Place Dental Group, please call (604) 969-4212 today.
Dr. Colin Loewen, DDS
Colin Loewen, DDS, graduated from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry and has been practicing in the Lower Mainland area ever since. He offers a comprehensive range of general dentistry services, including restorative and cosmetic treatments, as well as surgical procedures like implants and bone grafting. Dr. Loewen takes pride in his ability to help patients feel comfortable and well-informed about their care. He continually seeks to enhance his expertise by staying updated on the latest techniques and research in dentistry. This commitment has allowed him to expand his practice to include specialized services such as Invisalign and Botox therapy for aesthetics and TMJ disorders. Additionally, Dr. Loewen serves as a Board Member for both the Fraser Valley Dental Society and the British Columbia Dental Association.
Dr. Greg Chang, DMD
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Greg Chang, DMD, graduated from UBC Dental School. He has practiced mostly in Surrey and enjoys family dentistry. He is especially keen on sports dentistry, has been the BC Lions Football Club team dentist for over 20 years, and is a member of the Academy for Sports Dentistry. He also participates in UBC Dentistry’s Community Outreach programs that teach young children preventative oral health care and wellness. He focuses on the importance of a healthy diet and lifestyle for physical and emotional health in children.
Dr. Joy Maru, DDS
Joy Maru, DDS, completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Alberta and his dental degree at Northwestern University in Chicago. He then moved to Vancouver and is currently practicing in Surrey. Dr. Maru also teaches at the University of British Columbia and is a board member of the BC Dental Association. He has over 20 years of experience with dental implants.
Dr. Praveen Islur, DDS
Praveen Islur, DDS, earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Western Ontario and his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the New York University College of Dentistry. He then followed a General Practice Residency at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Albany, NY. He has been a part of our team for over 17 years. Dr. Islur is a member of The Renaissance Study Club, Northwest Dental Club, California Center for Advanced Dental Studies, Nobel Biocare Esthetic Alliance Program, and Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Treatment and Education in Dentistry. He is a member of the BC Dental Association and the Canadian Dental Association and has been an Invisalign Certified Provider since 2007.
Dr. Lauren Chang, DDM
Lauren Chang, DDM, received her BSc at Queen’s University and moved to Sydney, Australia, where she received her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Sydney. Now, back in Vancouver, she’s excited to be a part of Surrey Place Dental Group.
Dr. Muhammad Ali, DDS
Muhammad Ali, DDS, obtained his Bachelor of Health Sciences from McMaster University in Hamilton and completed his dental education at the University of Toronto. He then followed a general residency at the Jacobi Medical Center in New York City, where he treated medically complex and underserved patients. He relocated to Vancouver and has been providing our community with the highest quality, well-informed, and comfortable dental treatments.
