Whiten your Teeth

Having that perfect bright bright smile on your wedding day is easier with a professional teeth whitening treatment, but you do need to plan ahead to get the best results. Most teeth whitening systems take a few weeks to reach their full potential, and you'll also need to watch your diet teeth brushing routine for a few weeks prior to the big day. Making an appointment with the dentist a few months in advance will give you a realistic idea of how long it will take to reach the level of white you want for your special day, and also manage any other dental problems.

There are a variety of teeth whitening plans available, and your final choice will depend on how much time you have, and how much you're willing to pay.

The easiest option is to start using whitening strips. These can be found at almost any drugstore or pharmacy, and you should start seeing results in about 4-6 weeks. Whitening strips are an easy way to whiten teeth on a regular basis, but they do take longer to produce results. The strips are made of a peroxide-bleaching compound that can help to whiten teeth evenly and consistently. Try Crest Whitening Strips or other kits that can guide you through the process step-by-step.

At least three months prior to the wedding start using whitening toothpaste. These aren't as potent or powerful as formal systems or bleaching kits, but can remove small coffee stains, tobacco, or other stains on your teeth. You won't get instant results with these, but can count on them to just give you the brightest smile possible without powerful chemicals.

Still, the easiest option is a one-hour whitening treatment that consists of an office visit for a professional cleaning followed by the actual treatment. The procedure is usually more expensive than other options, but if you didn't make the time to fit a trip to the dentist into your wedding planning schedule, this is probably your best bet. The professional clean is a requirement, and can remove basic stains from coffee, cigarettes, or wine. The whitening treatment will give you immediate results, in most cases, but keep in mind that any tooth colored fillings may not respond in the same way as your natural tooth.

Do keep in mind that many whitening treatments can make your teeth more sensitive; you may need to switch to a 'sensitive teeth' toothpaste to counteract the side effects, and watch your coffee intake and smoking habits as well.

The standard rules about basic dental hygiene always apply brushing your teeth twice per day, and flossing after meals are helpful in keeping your teeth healthy year round. That beautiful smile will come out naturally when your teeth and gums are healthy to begin with!