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Right before you head out in the morning, you may head to the mirror for one last look over. Everything may be in place, but your teeth might leave you wanting more to be desired. You may hone in on stains that bother you, but thankfully, your dentist is here to help. A professional whitening treatment<\/a> can get you the pearly whites you love, so keep reading to learn three reasons why you won\u2019t regret it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1.)  More Effective Than Store-Bought Products<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You might be tempted to go to your local department store and get an over-the-counter kit, but they aren\u2019t the best solution. They use a weaker bleaching agent, which may not give you the results you want. Not only that, but they are easy to misuse, leading to sensitivity or gum irritation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By choosing a professional treatment, you can do it in-office or through a take-home kit. These are much more reliable and safer as they use a high-quality whitening gel. Your dentist will customize your treatment, ensuring your smile stays the best it can be while getting a refreshed grin that you feel more confident in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.)  Faster and Better Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With a professional-grade bleaching agent, it\u2019s much more effective than store-bought ones. It targets dark particles on and within your enamel, giving you results that are six to eight shades brighter. An in-office visit can take about two hours, while the other option can take a couple of weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since your results will be more noticeable, you may be more inclined to take care of your teeth as well! Brushing and flossing can help preserve your results, but you can also get touch-ups for when you need that extra boost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.)  Improves Your Oral Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first step to getting a professional whitening treatment is a consultation. Your dentist will look for any oral health issues that can cause complications. If you get this service while you have cavities or gum disease, then you\u2019ll likely experience discomfort. You should enjoy your new smile after all, so treating any problems first is best!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can even be hard to tell if you have these yourself, so using a store-bought kit over them may not be the best idea. When it comes to getting the pearly whites you love, consider visiting your dentist instead. You can get more dramatic results that leave you feeling better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Vrajesh Shah<\/a> earned his dental degree from the New York University College of Dentistry. He is happy to help the Edison community get the whiter set of teeth they love with a professional whitening treatment. By working with you and your goals, we can help you get to a renewed look that you love. If you have stains on your smile that are bothering you, schedule an appointment<\/a> or call his office at (732) 943-1709.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Right before you head out in the morning, you may head to the mirror for one last look over. Everything may be in place, but your teeth might leave you wanting more to be desired. You may hone in on stains that bother you, but thankfully, your dentist is here to help. A professional whitening […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nToward Your Best Smile: 3 Benefits of Professional Teeth Whitening - Edison Prosthodontics Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Looking for a whiter smile? 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