whats the safest way to get teeth whitening by a dentist?

some dentists use bleaching over a short period of time while others use laser whitening which consists of gel and UV light. Which is the best and safest method and what are the possible side effects?
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There are a number of factors that determine the success of any tooth whitening product, including the present state of your dental health. That's the most important reason to consult a dentist if you're planning on professional whitening. In general, patients having a darker set of teeth have shown better results than people with lighter teeth. Also, the degree of relapse of tooth whitening achieved will vary from patient to patient. Some patients are able to sustain their results for a longer time than others. As a matter of fact, even the different teeth in a patient's mouth show different results, despite using the same product. Hence, the results of professional tooth whitening products are very subjective. Besides these factors, the results also depend on the way your dentist uses the whitener. Certain professional tooth whitening products are to be used in a specific way. The results of the whitening system can be affected by the dentist's adherence to the protocol as prescribed by the manufacturer. Ideally, you should focus on finding the best dentist for tooth whitening rather than looking for the best professional tooth whitening system in the market. The results depend on how skilled your dentist is and how he or she uses the tooth whitening system. While choosing dentists you should keep the following things in mind: - The experience of the dentist in this field - Number of teeth whitening treatments performed - Number of teeth whitening methods available - Testimonials and results of previous patients Once you find the best dentist for tooth whitening, let the dentist decide the best tooth whitening system for you.
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