Teeth whitening treatments should be well thought through.
Before carrying out any cosmetic dentistry procedures, Brits have been advised to weigh up the various courses of action that are open them. 
According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, before carrying out bleaching or teeth whitening, people should ensure they have taken all the preventative measures they can to reduce discolouration of the teeth.
It advised considering the possible side effects of treatment, such as increased tooth sensitivity, tissue irritation or possible root damage.
Furthermore, it noted that bleaching is not recommending for baby teeth and should only be carried out on adults.
Elsewhere, a recent survey of 2,227 US adults by Harris Interactive showed more than half (55 per cent) would like to have teeth whitening treatments carried out in 2010.
Tom Seery, president of RealSelf.com – the firm that commissioned the study – said: “While cost is a major factor, cosmetic surgery requires a much deeper set of considerations around safety and knowledge of what to expect.”
A bright smile is on the wishlist for 2010.
Men have been advised that having stains on their teeth could be prematurely aging them.
A recent survey has revealed that a proportion of Brits would happily give or receive a cosmetic dentistry treatment as a gift this Christmas.
Research carried out by Oral B has revealed that having bad teeth can age a person by up to 13 years, it has been revealed.
Britons have been advised on a number of simple methods they can employ to keep their teeth white and looking healthy.
People hoping to achieve a pearly white smile may be interested in a series of tips for 
While it is common knowledge that highly acidic foodstuffs can have a detrimental impact on tooth enamel, scientists have now discovered that alkaline-rich items could also cause erosion. 
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