If you have a special event lined up, you might be excited to go to it. You may be preparing your outfit and travel arrangements, but don’t forget to bring your best smile! There may be cameras flashing, so you should make sure you have a bright grin you want to flaunt. A professional whitening treatment can do just that, but when should you get it? Here’s what you need to know.
What Is It Like to Get a Professional Whitening Treatment?
When you go to your dentist for this cosmetic service, they will first ensure you have no oral health issues. They can cause discomfort afterward, so taking care of them first will help you avoid complications.
You will then be given a customized take-home kit, which has personalized trays that fit your mouth perfectly. You will fill them with a professional-grade bleaching gel and then wear them for a specified amount of time every day. After about two weeks, you will likely see a significant change in your grin. In fact, it can be up to an eight-shade difference!
So, When Is the Right Time to Get My Teeth Whitened?
While the process to whiten your teeth with a take-home kit from your dentist takes about two weeks, it’s recommended you get started about two months before the occasion itself. For some, this may seem too ahead of time, but it will give you plenty of leeway to get your results. Many people don’t experience any sensitivity after their treatment, but a few may have minor cases of it. But by doing this treatment in advance, you won’t have to let it get in the way of your plans!
How Can I Preserve My Results Until My Event?
Since you will have some time before your event, you should make sure you preserve your results until then. Thankfully, it can be an easy feat! Here are some tips you can follow:
- Brush and floss twice a day. Be sure to use fluoride or desensitizing toothpaste, as it can help fortify your enamel.
- Limit dark-colored foods and drinks, such as berries, tomato sauce, coffee, and red wine. If you do have them, then rinse with water to wash away staining particles.
- Avoid using tobacco, as it can lead to dental discoloration.
Adding the above to your routine can help you keep your smile bright until your upcoming occasion. That way, you feel confident showing it off!
About the Practice
At La Prada Family Dentistry, you benefit from a compassionate team of dentists who look after you and your oral health. We are happy to help the Garland community get the aesthetic grins they want with a wide range of cosmetic treatments, like professional whitening. By customizing your results, we can get you to your goals as efficiently as possible. If you want to get your teeth brightened for an event, schedule an appointment or call our office at (214) 227-6577.
