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If you\u2019ve been debating brightening your smile with professional teeth whitening<\/a>, you may be wondering why you should get this amazing treatment from your dentist. After all, you can buy white strips, gels, and pastes right at most discount stores. But professional whitening is different. Here are a few important ways that it\u2019s not only better<\/em> than OTC whitening, but why you shouldn\u2019t hesitate to get that gorgeous grin glowing right now!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

It’s Faster<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to whitening your smile professionally, there\u2019s no denying that it\u2019s faster than using an OTC product. In fact, in-office whitening from your dentist can remove up to eight shades of discoloration in about one hour, while over-the-counter products can sometimes take many months to complete treatment. Even the refillable take-home kits from your dentist work faster than OTC. Most patients achieve their desired results in about two weeks, and they can even do it in their pajamas!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s More Effective<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Because professional whitening uses high quality ingredients, these treatments are often much more effective than OTC kits at lifting stains, giving you more for your money!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s More Comfortable<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another perk of professional treatment is that because it\u2019s faster and more effective than OTC products, you won\u2019t need to expose your teeth to powerful whitening chemicals for as long, meaning you won\u2019t experience as much tooth sensitivity as you might with OTC products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It Saves Money<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The faster you get your desired results, the less money you\u2019ll need to spend on whitening your smile. Thus, even though you think you\u2019re saving cash on OTC Kits, you may eventually end up spending more<\/em> than you would on professional treatment because you\u2019ll need to keep rebuying kit after kit to get the same results as you would from just one treatment from your dentist!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It Boosts Your Confidence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Finally, the number one reason to get professional teeth whitening is the boost it will give your confidence. Imagine being able to showcase a healthy, gleaming white smile wherever you go. This can help you personally, professionally, and even simply when you look in the mirror!<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Remember, there are many reasons why people choose professional teeth whitening over OTC, and all of them are equally important. To learn more about how you can improve your smile with this dynamic dental treatment, schedule a consultation with your dentist today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Our Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Edgewood Dental<\/a>, we\u2019re proud to be a positive force in the Michigan City community. In fact, we hear all the time that patients are pleasantly surprised by our warmth, compassion, and skill! If you\u2019re concerned about the color of your teeth but don\u2019t want to waste time and money on OTC products that don\u2019t deliver, schedule a consultation with one of our caring dentists today, and see if you\u2019re a good candidate for professional whitening. To book your appointment, please visit our website<\/a> or call us at 219-898-4545.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019ve been debating brightening your smile with professional teeth whitening, you may be wondering why you should get this amazing treatment from your dentist. After all, you can buy white strips, gels, and pastes right at most discount stores. But professional whitening is different. 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