Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening has become increasingly popular with many alternative methods available to the consumer.  The quickest way to achieve whiter teeth is to visit a dentist who uses a laser whitening system to achieve results in a one hour office visit.  Dentists also offer custom-fitted tray-based whitening systems for use at home.  Dental office procedures vary in price, typically from a few hundred dollars for tray-based systems up to eight hundred dollars or more for laser based techniques.

Over-the-counter products have been introduced by several companies and include systems such as whitening strips, boil & bite trays, light-based products, and brush-on whiteners.  These products have generally been introduced by large consumer products companies and followed by knock-off imitations.  While over-the-counter products are significantly less expensive than dental office techniques with prices typically ranging from $12.99 to $39.99, most of them leave much to be desired.  Strips for example, leave residue on the teeth after they are removed that must be brushed off and the strips often rub against the gum line causing irritation.  Also, the strips are often difficult to keep in place and may not adequately cover all of the teeth.  Other products, such as brush-on whiteners packaged in bottles that resemble “white-out” are often alcohol-based formulas that do not react effectively in the mouth due to the presence of saliva and therefore do not satisfactorily perform the desired whitening process.

Perfect Smile has developed a solution to many of the problems inherent in other teeth whitening products found in retail stores.  The Perfect Smile Teeth Whitening Pen is an easy-to-use, click and brush-on pen dispenser that contains a water soluble, pH neutral whitening gel.  The gel itself is very unique in that it is formulated with polymers that precipitate out on the surface of the gel upon application to the teeth thus forming an invisible film that holds the gel onto the tooth surface.  The precipitated film is only partially soluble in saliva thereby increasing the residence time of the gel on the tooth surface.  After approximately 30 minutes the gel will have fully dissolved in the saliva and no further actions are required.  During the 30 minute period, the gel is performing the whitening function and the user simply refrains from eating or drinking during that timeframe.  Best of all, the Perfect Smile Whitening Pen is priced at only $14.99 on this website, with discounts available for quantity purchases.

Facts About Teeth Whitening

• There is no one specific color that a person’s teeth could or should be.  Some people’s teeth are just naturally lighter in color than others.  Teeth whitening can only restore the original, natural color.
• The extraordinarily white teeth displayed by some celebrities is most likely achieved with caps or other cosmetic dental work as opposed to a whitening process.
• The degree to which a person’s teeth are stained can often be correlated to the exposure to chromogenic agents such as tea, coffee, cola, red wine and tobacco products.
• In most cases, a satisfactory level of whiteness is found to last between one and three years.  One study found that 42% of the persons who had their teeth whitened were still satisfied with the shade of their teeth seven years later.
• Once teeth are initially whitened, it is easy to re-treat or touch-up at any point in time as may be needed and usually this can be done in a much shorter time frame than the original whitening.
• Teeth whitening products only work on natural tooth enamel.  Whitening gels will not harm dental work but will not whiten caps, crown, veneers, etc.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Perfect Smile’s Teeth Whitening Pen

Q.  What is so different about this product?

A.   It is the only pH neutral, water-based brush-on whitener on the market.  The invisible film-forming technology is patented and gives the gel adequate time to work whitening your teeth.

Q.  When should I use the Pen and how long should I wait between applications?

A. Use is recommended twice daily after brushing your teeth.  Therefore, it is generally most practical to use once in the morning and once in the evening to coincide with your normal dental hygiene regimen.  However, since use does not require wearing strips or trays and is adaptable to virtually any lifestyle, the Pen can be used almost anywhere at anytime.

Q.  Is it safe on tooth enamel?

A.  Yes, it is safe and does no harm to tooth enamel.  Because the gel is water-based and contains no alcohol, tooth sensitivity is rare.  Occasionally however, some people may experience sensitivity.  Generally, the sensitivity goes away in 1-3 days.  If you experience continued sensitivity, discontinue use and consult your dentist.

Q.  How quickly will I see results?

A.  Most people begin to see results after the first few applications.  Results vary and depend on the natural color of your enamel and the amount of surface staining on your teeth as well as what you continue to consume such as coffee, tea, red wine, tobacco, etc.

Q.  What should I do after I whiten my teeth?

A.  Your teeth may become stained again, especially if you smoke or use tobacco in any form, drink coffee, tea or red wine or ingest other stain-causing agents.  Periodic additional use of the Whitening Pen is recommended to maintain your whiter smile.  Some people use the Pen on an almost continual basis to ensure the whitest possible condition of their teeth.  If you do not have gum disease, allergies or sensitivity to this product, you may safely use the Pen on a regular basis.

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