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Survey Shows Americans are Unprepared for Dental Emergencies

Although 72 percent of Americans have fillings, caps or crowns and one in six had a dental emergency during the past 12 months, most are not prepared to deal with a dental emergency, according to a recent survey.

Best Tooth Whitening Gel for Bright Smile

In the past eight to 10 years tooth whitening has soared in popularity as in-office treatments with professional tooth whitening gels in dentists’ offices have incorporated new technologies like lasers to maximize results. Additionally, in-home over the counter tooth whitening systems and gels have improved as well. Teeth whitening kits that are available at drugstores and retailers can now get teeth up to 10 shades whiter, and their price has come down dramatically.

Sensitivity and Discomfort after Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening has been known for many years, including its marvelous effects on our self-esteem and others opinion. The relation between tooth sensitivity and whitening has been known, too. But, is it so serious that we should worry about it?

Teeth Whitening and Sensitive Teeth

Teeth whitening is a cosmetic treatment done to improve the appearance of teeth. But it is not safe or effective for everyone. Sensitive teeth can be considered as a reason for that, or, what is worse, as a result.