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Aesthetic dentistry is an art form, one at which Dr. Jerry Lim is passionate about. He believes in establishing a functional approach to a patients aesthetic smile enhancements. Dr. Lim currently is a part time tutor at National University of Singapore. In addition, he was the past President of the College of General Dental Practitioners Singapore.

One of the most sought-after signature cosmetic dental treatments at Orchard Scotts Dental is Teeth Whitening. Several patients want to whiten their teeth to get that bright Hollywood smile. However, there are some cases where professional teeth whitening won’t do the job.

A set of clean pearly white teeth is associated with beauty, health, happiness, and cleanliness. Practically, everybody desires to have them. The good thing is that, if you reside in Singapore, a teeth whitening procedure is fairly inexpensive and is offered in almost all dental clinics in the country. Research has shown that teeth whitening procedure conducted by a professional dentist is quite safe, and has very few minor side effects.

A simple online search will reveal so many “ideas” for at-home teeth whitening – from using a baking soda concoction to activated charcoal toothpaste and even oil pulling. Unfortunately, evidence for the effectiveness of most DIY whitening methods is limited.

A bright, white smile is often coveted as it symbolises vitality and confidence. In pursuing this aesthetic ideal, many in Singapore turn to teeth whitening solutions. Yet, the potential impact of teeth whitening treatments on gum health may sometimes be overlooked.

Hari Raya Puasa marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan and is celebrated here in Singapore