Do you follow celebrities on social networks, never miss one of their TV appearances? And you are always struck by the whiteness of their teeth. That Hollywood smile is a dream come true.

But how do all these stars manage to get their teeth so white?

They use cosmetic dentistry. Don’t think that reality TV contestants and influencers have whiter teeth than you without care.

Everyone is confronted with a less bright smile over time. It is perfectly normal for teeth to become duller. Our lifestyle, our dental hygiene and the use of staining products are all factors that influence the shade of your teeth.

There are several ways to remedy these yellowed teeth.

1. Tooth whitening by applying gels

With our WHITECARE products, you can choose to have a tooth whitening treatment at home with one of our boxes. You can also go to a beauty salon for this service. Finally, you can also go to your own dental practice.

Your dentist will undoubtedly offer you a chairside treatment. He or she will use tooth whitening gels and a professional whitening lamp. Once this treatment has been completed, your dentist may prescribe a continuation of the protocol on an outpatient basis. In this case, you will have a custom-made tray made by your dentist. He will prescribe you gels with a dose of 6% hydrogen peroxide. You will carry out this treatment during the day or at night with your mouthpiece.

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Despite the convincing and lasting results, this is not the solution chosen by most of the celebrities you follow on social networks in particular.

Let’s take a look at their “miracle cure”: veneers.

2. Tooth whitening by the application of veneers

a. Why apply dental veneers?

The reasons for veneers are as follows:

  • To obtain white teeth
  • To change the shape of the tooth
  • To align teeth and correct gaps

A dental veneer is a thin ceramic coating of about 0.5 mm that is bonded to the outside of the teeth. There are also veneers made of composite resin, but they are rarely used.

Veneers are fitted by a dentist in several stages. Your dentist will first make impressions of your teeth to create custom-made veneers.

Before applying the veneers, the dentist will roughen the teeth and remove a thin layer of enamel. Then the veneers are bonded to the tooth enamel. The glue used is very specific and has as main specificity to last a long time. Indeed, dental veneers are intended to be kept for years.

The installation of dental veneers is generally painless because your dentist often uses local anaesthetic.

b. Is it safe to apply veneers?

Before applying veneers, it is important to note that your teeth must be in good condition and free of cavities. If by chance a cavity were to form on your natural tooth while you have a veneer in place, the veneer would have to be removed. Then you will have to treat your damaged tooth and start the whole veneer application process again.

As we have already mentioned, the teeth that are to receive the veneers have to be trimmed beforehand. It is therefore difficult for the patient to go back to the drawing board. They will have to keep the veneers for the rest of their lives.

It is true that veneers have a long lifespan. It is estimated that ceramic veneers last 10 years and composite veneers only 5 years. This implies that you will need to budget to renew your veneers.

Veneer shells are susceptible to impact and can also crack or break.

In some cases, you may be subject to post-operative sensitivity, loss of tooth vitality or inflammation of your gums.

Finally, you can eat normally. But you should be careful if you eat toffees or artichoke leaves. These foods can cause your veneers to become detached.

c. How much do veneers cost?

The fees charged by dentists for veneers depend on the technique used and the number of veneers to be applied.

We reason here in unit price per veneer/ It is necessary to count in general between 700 and 1200 euros per veneer.

If you want to have a bright and almost permanent smile, you will have to put veneers on at least the 12 front teeth.

In summary, you will pay between 8,000 and 15,000 euros for this aesthetic operation.

As veneers are an aesthetic dental procedure, do not expect to be reimbursed by Social Security or your insurance company. It is thus a consequent budget that you must envisage to have an ultra-bright smile!

3. Are there any other techniques to get white teeth at a lower cost?

For over 10 years, WHITECARE has been working with an American laboratory that manufactures safe, effective tooth whitening gels that comply with European legislation.

Tooth whitening at home or in a beauty salon can therefore be a low-cost solution to obtain a tooth whitening that gives you full satisfaction.

We have developed tooth whitening boxes with the WHITECARE BOX, the LADY’S BOX and the BLACK BOX. With these kits and home care, you can gain several shades of whiteness in less than 10 days.

The WHITECARE method allows you to gain up to 9 shades of white, for an ever brighter smile in complete safety.

Every week, there are hundreds of sponsored Instagram posts, Snapchat and Facebook photos and other YouTube and TikTok videos of public figures and reality TV stars promoting hydrogen peroxide-based teeth whitening kits, dental trays and whitening strips.

These unrealistic advertisements, which are partnerships for a fee, aim to encourage subscribers to buy products that are not recommended for dental health.

Be sure to check the composition of your products. If the gels contain very high doses of hydrogen peroxide (some even exceed 40%, whereas legally only 0.1% gels are allowed in the European Union for cosmetic use), you are simply putting your teeth at risk. The damage to your teeth and gums can be irreversible, as any specialist will tell you.

WHITECARE tooth whitening kits are completely safe for your gums and enamel. They are regularly tested in the laboratory to ensure excellent results while protecting the mouth of customers and patients.

Conclusion: You have an unlimited budget? You can opt for dental veneers at a dentist. Are you budget conscious? The tooth whitening kit solution is an excellent choice provided you use the best gels for your health.