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Are You Afraid to Go to the Dentist?

Welcome to my website. My name’s Linda, and I’m going to share about my phobia for dental procedures. I didn’t fear the dentist when I was a child. My parents started taking me to the dentist when I was a toddler. I visited the dentist diligently until about ten years ago. I was in my early forties when my dental work became more than fillings. I had to have two root canals, and while the procedures went smoothly, I panicked. There was something about being in the chair and having my mouth open for that long that sent me into a panic attack. Since then, I have struggled with going to the dentist. Until recently that is. I found a wonderful dentist who uses mild sedation and is extremely gentle and understanding. I’m excited to share more about this in the hope that my story will help you.

 

Why Toothpaste Whitening Isn't Working On You

17 July 2019
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

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There are many ways of whitening teeth, and the use of whitening toothpaste is one of them. However, some people don't see results, or at least the results they crave, after using whitening toothpaste. The following are some of the reasons whitening toothpaste might fail to work for you.

You Are Not Patient

Most tooth whitening products don't work as fast as other whitening products. After using your whitening toothpaste for the first time, you might not notice that your teeth are whiter than they were before brushing. You might have to wait for some weeks to notice a real difference. Thus, if your whitening toothpaste doesn't seem to work, confirm that you are not the one in a hurry for results.

Your Teeth Are Severely Stained

Teeth whitening toothpaste will only increase your teeth's whiteness by a small degree. Thus, if your teeth are severely discolored, you might not notice an appreciable change after using whitening toothpaste. Maybe you have been smoking all your life and you haven't been paying great attention to your dental hygiene. In such a case, you probably need stronger bleach than the toothpaste can offer.

You Have Intrinsic Discoloration

There are two major categories of teeth stains. Intrinsic stains affect the inner structures of the teeth while extrinsic stains affect the outermost layer of the teeth (the enamel). Most bleaching products are formulated to work on the surface stains. Thus, you won't see the results you want if you are using whitening toothpaste on intrinsic stains that the toothpaste can't bleach. If that is the case, you need to consult a dentist to determine the best whitening treatment for you.

You Have Unrealistic Expectations

As previously mentioned, teeth whitening toothpaste won't give you the brightest teeth possible. These kinds of toothpaste are actually designed for those who just want to brighten their teeth a shade or two. Thus, you are likely to be disappointed if you expect a Hollywood smile after using the whitening toothpaste.

You Are Undoing the Results

Lastly, you might not notice the results of your tooth whitening toothpaste if you continue with the discoloring habits. Say you are a smoker or you regularly eat or drink foods that stain your teeth. Even if your whitening toothpaste is working, you won't see the results because of the smoke and the foods and drinks. You need to stop smoking and brush your teeth after eating discolored food that can stain your teeth.

You probably need to change your teeth whitening strategy if the whitening toothpaste is not working for you. Consult a cosmetic dentist for advice on how to bleach your teeth.