When it comes to whitening, there are plenty of people out there who want to believe that the only thing that they need to be thinking about is which over the counter product they should pick up when they stop by the pharmacy. The challenge is that they should be talking with their dentists.

(source)One of the best reasons to include dentists in any whitening process is they know more than the patient and can help explain the fine points and limitations of the procedure. “Some people are bleaching, but those teeth are impossible to bleach,” says Doundoulakis. Old fillings, old crowns, or decay in teeth will not take to whitening, he says.

“Partner with your dentist to discuss what you’re trying to achieve, pick his brains and get his best recommendations on what products would be best and get the right direction,” says Doundoulakis, who is director of implant prosthetics at New York’s Mount Sinai Medical Center.

While you just might find that when you talk with your dentist about the whitening options that are available to you that he or she does suggest trying over the counter products first, it is important to recognize that not everyone will benefit from taking matters into their own hands.

If you’re thinking about whitening your teeth, why not take the time to talk with your dentist? That way, you will be able to explore all of your option - and make sure that you’re in a position to get the results that you’re looking for.

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