{"id":113,"date":"2021-01-16T16:08:00","date_gmt":"2021-01-16T16:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wyliefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=113"},"modified":"2021-02-16T16:14:19","modified_gmt":"2021-02-16T16:14:19","slug":"teeth-whitening-in-wylie-and-why-professional-treatment-is-best","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wyliefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2021\/01\/16\/teeth-whitening-in-wylie-and-why-professional-treatment-is-best\/","title":{"rendered":"Professional or Over-the-Counter Whitening: Which is Best?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
\"an<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Do you like the look of your smile? When staring into the mirror, are you distracted by the stains and discoloration left behind by years of coffee stains, smoking, or wear and tear? You\u2019re not alone, which is why there are numerous companies dedicated to providing over-the-counter teeth whitening kits to help you brighten your smile. But do they work? The truth is that although they are more affordable, they produce lackluster results. Fortunately, you can skip visiting your local drug store and instead, make an appointment to see your cosmetic dentist. Read on to learn why professional teeth whitening in Wylie<\/a> is a far better approach than wasting your time and money on products that don\u2019t work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Pitfalls of Store-Bought Teeth Whitening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to using store-bought teeth whitening products, you\u2019ll quickly discover why they do not stand up to the competition (i.e., your cosmetic dentist). Promising whiter, brighter smiles in record time and a no-mess approach, you end up with teeth that are highly sensitive and maybe 1 or 2 shades brighter, and soft tissues that are irritated from the low-quality bleaching gel. But that\u2019s not the only downside to using over-the-counter products. Here are just a few more reasons why your time and money are best spent elsewhere:<\/p>\n\n\n\n