Is Bleaching Bad for Your Teeth?

Dr. Angela Ojibway welcomes new patient at the office in Dunwoody, GA.

Teeth whitening is always a hot topic in cosmetic dentistry. Everyone wants a brighter, more beautiful smile, but everyone is also worried about potential bad effects.

Before you attempt whitening your teeth, you definitely want to get the facts.

Whitening At Home Is When It Gets Dangerous

Going to a dental office to bleach your teeth is not dangerous. That’s because a dentist knows just how much, how long, and how strong to apply the bleaching agent.

The danger comes in when folks try to whiten their teeth at home. Lots of DIY whitening ideas end up just irritating the gums or abrading/eroding enamel. Over-the-counter bleaching products don’t often produce the results you want.

In fact, when people use the drugstore items to whiten their teeth, they may overdo it in order to get more impact. But this can be damaging to your smile.

When You Shouldn’t Bleach

Chemicals in bleaching products can be very strong. You will have to put off your goal of a whiter smile for a spell if you have:

  • Worn enamel
  • Lots of decay
  • Gum disease

Fortunately, there are still ways you can improve your smile. All it takes is a trip to Dunwoody’s best cosmetic dentist! Treating some underlying oral health problems is usually the first step.

If it turns out that whitening isn’t right for you, something like veneers or bonding may help mask stubborn stain.

Safe Teeth Bleaching in Dunwoody

At Dunwoody Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we’ll ensure that you have a comfortable and healthy smile before you try bleaching your teeth. Once you’re ready, we’ll get you set up with our top-of-the-line Opalescence system.

Call us today to learn more!

Posted on Behalf of Dunwoody Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

1816 Independence Square, Suite B,
Dunwoody, GA 30338

Tel: (770) 399-9199

Mon - Thr 7:00am - 4:00pm
Friday Open until 1pm
(on the Fridays we are open)

Our Patient Reviews

Dunwoody Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
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Based on 126 reviews

Janice Overbeck

Angela is an incredible dentist and is on top of all of the latest and best technology. She is very honest and I love everyone at her practice. They are all great!

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I have been seeing Leslie and Dr. Bruce for about 20 years! Love their personalities and service. I highly recommend them!

Jerry Cox

Highly professional and efficient service, stem to stern. Also the account manager makes it fun to pay my bill!!

Jeannine Bartch

Dr. Ojibway and her team have helped me get my smile back. The office is beautiful and the environment is relaxing and very friendly.

Address

1816 Independence Square, Suite B,
Dunwoody, GA 30338

Contact

Tel: (770) 399-9199
Email: dfcd@ident.com

Practice Hours

Mon - Thr 7:00am - 4:00pm
Friday Open until 1pm
(on the Fridays we are open)