Tips for Whitening Teeth and Brightening Smiles

Site offers consumers tips on teeth whitening, cosmetic surgery, orthodontics and dental care.

Asheville, NC November 29, 2005-- As the quest for whiter teeth continues, more and more companies are entering the market. What used to be the domain of dentists is now filled with over-the-counter products such as bleaching gels, whitening strips, whitening toothpastes and form fitting trays. By some estimates, over 1.2 million Americans whiten their teeth annually. At $600 per session on the higher end, that represents a potential $720 million a year market. And with the holidays approaching, teeth whitening sits at the top of many consumers' wish lists as a gift that keeps on giving.

One site that provides third party advice and articles is http://NuSmile.com. According to the site's creators, the goal was to not only inform, but to provide helpful tips, reviews and alternatives when it comes to the wide range of teeth whitening products and procedures.

"Some people insist it's better done in a dental office," states site founder Phil Davis. "Others claim that proper prevention can stem the need for whitening, such as regular brushing and abstaining from coffee and tobacco." The http://NuSmile.com site has articles on teeth whitening, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, and dental plans. "It's a start," claims Davis, "and our plan is to keep growing the data base with diverse opinions and options. Just reading through the articles is quite an education in itself."

According to a 2004 survey by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, nearly all Americans consider a nice smile an important social asset. It continues, claiming that 96 percent of adults surveyed, found that an attractive smile makes a person more appealing to the opposite sex.

Several advances are helping Americans acheive this goal. The latest advances in teeth whitening include the use of hydrogen peroxide gels and light activated bleaching. Dentists can employ other methods such as porcelain veneers, composite bonding and implants. Whether whitening one tooth or a mouthful, check out all your options and to make sure you come out smiling.