
Teeth Whitening
Teeth Whitening lightens the color of the teeth making them appear whiter. For most patients, this is the easiest and least expensive cosmetic dental enhancement.
We tend to look healthier and younger when our teeth appear white and not yellow or dark in color. As we age, teeth stains can get more intense. This is why many patients opt to have their teeth whitened.
Teeth Whitening Kits
There are many whitening kits and techniques on the market. These include BriteSmile, Zoom, Crest Whitening Strips and other over the counter drug store brands. However, in general, store bought solutions are not tailored to the individual. Therefore, they do not work as well as most people would like.
In fact, the TV series 20/20 did a test with 18 patients using a store bought kit. They found that after weeks of use, not a single one of the patients had whiter teeth. What was interesting was that many of the patients thought their teeth were whiter but the hosts of the program couldn't see any difference!
Custom Whitening
Because everyone has different levels of staining and tooth sensitivity, it's best that any whitening procedure be monitored by a dentist. The dentist can monitor the formula used. For example, there are "one strength treats all" methods that can cause extreme sensitivity for some patients—to the point where it's uncomfortable to breathe through the mouth!
When the right method is used, teeth whitening can make a noticeable difference and is worth the effort.
Teeth whitening effects don't last forever and most patients have to repeat the whitening process every so often.
Like the patient in the picture, some people resist taking the time or do not possess the patience it takes to deal with a whitening procedure. For her, we recommended porcelain veneers. They permanently whitened her teeth without chemicals. They also helped improve the size and shape of her teeth. Professional teeth whitening will always produce the best results.
Dr. Sam Muslin's Cosmetic Dentistry Photos
Dr. Muslin's Beverly Hills cosmetic dentistry patients (without reimbursement) have been gracious enough to allow photographs to be posted on this page. These dramatic before and after shots tell you everything about Dr. Muslin's skill, confidence and successes with patients who want their teeth whitened. Contact him for a consultation today!









