3 Reasons Why Your Teen Should Wait To Have Whitening Procedures Done




In today’s world it can be difficult for your teen to wait in order to get his or her teeth as white as he or she wants. "But rushing into whitening at home kit can cause more problems then it solves,” says Dr. Cameron Fuller. Here are 3 reasons why it’s best to wait.

1.     At home whitening procedures can damage the enamel. The enamel is the hard coating that protects the teeth. If the whitening gel is too strong it can cause damage to the enamel, which can in turn cause more cavities and decay.
2.     Prior to the age of fourteen, your child’s pulp is not fully formed. If they complete an at-home whitening kit, it can cause an increase in sensitivity. With an increase in sensitivity there can be additional problems eating certain foods and it can in turn decrease the overall nutrition they consume.
3.     At home whitening kits do not provide a custom fit tray. This can cause problems with whitening gel getting on their gum tissue, and cause sensitivity and sometimes even pain.

If your daughter wants to whiten her teeth there are other options that can allow her smile to look whiter until she is older. For more information on natural ways to whiten your teen’s teeth at home, contact Dr. Fuller & his team today.


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