In order to get the brighter smile you love, you may head to your local department store and get whitening products. After using it for a while, do you notice that your teeth feel a bit sensitive? This can make it harder for you to get to the results you want, but there is a more reliable option that doesn’t cause this discomfort. In the meantime, here’s how you can lessen it and how your dentist is here to help.
What Can I Do to Lessen My Post-Whitening Sensitivity?
No matter what kind of whitening you do, they use a bleaching agent. It’s meant to penetrate your enamel to get rid of the dark particles, but it can also erode the outer layer when done too often. When this happens, you’ll be left with the sensitivity you may know too well. However, it’s easier to do this with store-bought products, as they might not give you the results you want, so you’re at a higher risk of overusing them.
Thankfully, by following these tips, you can get some relief:
- Brush with desensitizing toothpaste. It has special ingredients that help remineralize your enamel and prevent the discomfort you’re feeling. Over time, you may even get rid of it.
- Limit hot, cold, overly sweet, and acidic foods. They can trigger the sensitivity, so take these items off your plate for the time being.
- Take a break from whitening. Stop using store-bought products and give your smile a chance to recover, or you risk worsening the issue.
How Can I Whiten My Teeth Without Feeling Sensitive Afterward
As was mentioned above, your dentist is here to help you get to the aesthetic smile you love. That’s because they will first make sure your oral health is in great shape before giving you a professional whitening treatment. After everything is all good, then you can get this service in-office or with a take-home kit.
Both of these use high-quality bleaching gels that can more effectively break down dark particles on and within your enamel. Your provider will also be able to keep an eye on it while you are in their chair or help you protect it with detailed instructions. In the end, you can get results that are up to an eight-shade difference without sensitivity. That way, you feel confident knowing your smile looks bright without any discomfort.
About the Author
Dr. Niki Jayswal earned her dental degree from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry. She has since taken advanced courses, some of which are in cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Jayswal is happy to help the Lewisville community get the brighter grins they love with professional whitening. If you are interested in this treatment, schedule an appointment or call our office at (972) 366-4452.