About 80% of Americans wish their teeth were whiter. Odds are, you may be one of those people.
But you also may be part of the population that is currently using aligners. If that's the case, you don't want to whiten your teeth. Not only is it not recommended to whiten your teeth while getting orthodontic treatment, but it is also not smart to put teeth whitener in an Invisalign tray.
At Houston orthodontists, we recommend waiting until treatment is over. Curious to know why? Keep reading!
When you place teeth whitener into your aligners, you are not going to get an even treatment. This is because the whitener may smoosh around rather than staying even. If some of it comes out, there are going to be spots on your teeth that do not get white.
While this may not be harmful, it may not look how you want it to! Not only is that a waste of time, but it is also spending more money than you plan. If your whitening is uneven, you're going to have to see a professional to fix it!
If you choose to try to whiten your teeth on your own, you are not going to have the outcome be as professional as it could be if you chose to get it done professionally. Professional cleanings are done in a way that ensures that it comes out even.
Not only that, but the whitening products themselves are of higher quality so that it lasts longer and looks fresher from the start.
It is always best to wait until all treatment is over to whiten your teeth. This way, you know you will get that even look that you are hoping for!
Using teeth whitening products can create a lot of sensitivity near your gums and at the bottom of your teeth. While this can be normal, it is not best to do during treatment as it can bother your mouth even further. Your gums and teeth may already be uncomfortable because of the shifting teeth.
It is best to avoid adding to the discomfort.
Furthermore, when you use at-home whitening treatments and place them into aligners, this can harm your gums. You risk burning them because you are applying the whitening paste directly to them with no escape past the aligners.
Now that you have read these teeth whitening tips, you may want to book an appointment for after your orthodontic treatment. This way, you can look forward to not only having straight teeth but beautiful, white teeth at the end of treatment!
If you are ready to book with us here at Houston Orthodontists, you can check us out here. We can't wait to hear from you to give you that smile you have always wanted!