Cosmetic Dental surgery has come a long way since Egyptian times. In today's age, it's as much an art as a science, and beautification of the teeth is given as much importance as the protection and care of teeth. The latest trend in the row is tooth whitening. This orthodontic treatment is highly effective for lightening or improving the color of teeth. It's basically a means to clear off stains and improve the health of the teeth at the same time. Had too much of caffeine, can't say no to smoking, or just don't have the right food habits? And now you simply cannot get over the stains on your teeth and wanna have your shiny white teeth back? Tooth whitening offers the solution to this problem. Tooth bleaching helps you get rid of tartar and thereby cleans gums of plaque.

However, before tooth bleaching, you have to undergo a thorough dental checkup to see that your teeth are free of infections such as gingivitis. Tooth whitening essentially comprises of a solution of hydrogen peroxide or mixture of carbamide peroxide. These solutions respectively help in the oxygenation and subsequent coloration of the enamel.

Tooth whitening kits might be a cheaper option but you have to evaluate the components carefully before finally purchasing one of them. The permissible limit of hydrogen peroxide, for example, is 0.1 %. However, to be an effective bleaching agent, they require about 4 % of the solution.