Laser Teeth Whitening – How Safe Is It?

In recent years, the addition of another process to the range of options for teeth-whitening procedures has caused plenty of conversation. The use of lasers to whiten teeth is something that makes a lot of people understandably nervous. Science-fiction has led us to look at lasers as something dangerous – so should we be nervous about having them trained on our teeth?

The answer to this question is “no”. It’s actually that simple, there are no concerns about the safety of laser whitening that come from anything more than the (entirely natural) human reaction to the idea of laser teeth whitening. The studies required to guarantee safety before the practice became widespread, as well as many studies since, show that not only is laser whitening safe, it can actually be painless compared with other processes.

Obviously, this does not stop everyone from having worries about the safety of laser teeth whitening. We all know that air travel is largely risk-free, but many people are still scared of flying. If you are nervous about laser teeth-whitening, then there is not much that can be done to convince you that it is totally safe. However, it is worth trusting in the studies that back up its safety.

The laser treatment works because a laser is used to heat the solution that covers the teeth, making the solution active and ensuring the success of the treatment. This speeds the effectiveness of tooth whitening and people who have had it done remark on how painless and hassle-free it really is, especially compared with other dental treatments.