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How to Have Teeth Whitened Before a Wedding

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When having your teeth whitened before a wedding, timing is everything. You'll need to consult with your dentist about the best possible bleaching method based upon the condition of your teeth and choose a treatment plan that will get the job done in time for that walk down the aisle.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Consult with your dentist to have your teeth whitened before a wedding. Your dentist will need to give you a full examination to ensure that your teeth are healthy enough to withstand the bleaching process. He'll also help you choose the whitening method that will offer the best results for your particular enamel type.

  2. Step 2

    Come up with a teeth whitening schedule that will correspond to the date of the wedding. If you choose the teeth bleaching method, through either strips or bleaching trays, you will need to choose the right concentration of hydrogen peroxide to achieve timely results. In addition, you will need to establish the length of the daily exposure your teeth will have to the bleaching process.

  3. Step 3

    Choose bleaching trays, which are still the most recommended by dentists, to have your teeth whitened before a wedding. Your dentist will make clear, plastic molds from impressions of your teeth, which you can then use at home. Depending upon the strength of the hydrogen peroxide formula squirted into the molds, you can brighten your teeth noticeably in just a couple of weeks.

  4. Step 4

    Use a quicker whitening process, such as the Zoom! teeth whitening system, if your schedule is limited before the wedding. The Zoom! system combines a bleaching gel with ultraviolet rays, so you will be able to see noticeable results in a single hourly session. The Zoom! system is offered by most cosmetic dentists all over the country.

  5. Step 5

    Try an over-the-counter teeth whitening system that you can use in the comfort of your own home. A variety of gels, rinses and bleaching strips by brands like Rembrandt, Colgate and Crest are available that allow you to whiten your teeth noticeably in just a few weeks. You can enhance the effectiveness of these products by using whitening toothpaste that contains fluoride.

Tips & Warnings
  • Dental veneers, made from either porcelain or newer synthetic materials, may be a more satisfying option than teeth bleaching. Results from teeth bleaching may be unpredictable or inconsistent if you have receding gums or a lot of dental work.
  • If you want to get even faster results, wear whitening strips or trays overnight.

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