Teeth Whitening
An easy and affordable way to improve your smile and your life!
While the enamel on your teeth is the strongest substance in your body, it is also very porous and prone to staining. Some of the most common ways to stain teeth are drinking coffee, tea, red wine, and smoking. Teeth can also be discolored as a side effect of taking medications such as Tetracycline, through nerve degeneration, or the natural aging process.
Whitening toothpastes can be used to temporarily minimize surface stains, but in the long term, their abrasive ingredients can wear down enamel and expose the yellow-colored tooth structure underneath (dentin). That is why professional teeth whitening is the best method for permanently removing deep stains and whitening your teeth to the level that you would like.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Anyone who is unsatisfied with the color of his or her teeth. However, if you are unhappy with the shape and appearance of your teeth as well, another solution, like porcelain veneers, may be a better solution.
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The most effective method uses a hydrogen peroxide-based gel to permanently remove deep stains from the enamel of your teeth.
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Many patients can whiten their teeth anywhere from six to nine shades lighter. During your free cosmetic consultation, your dentist can examine your teeth and make a recommendation.
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Depending on how well you take care of your teeth, the results can last many years. It is also for patients to periodically do minor “touch ups” with their home whitening kit to maintain the original result.
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There are four simple rules you can follow to prevent discoloration:
• Continue having your teeth cleaned professionally every six months
• Avoid beverages with high stain potential (coffee, tea, red wine)
• Always brush right away after eating or drinking anything that can stain your teeth
• Avoid abrasive toothpastes that wear down the enamel of your teeth and expose the yellow tooth material underneath
• Consider periodic “touch ups” sing the whitening gel provided by your dentist.
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Some people experience a temporary sensitivity in their teeth during and immediately following the bleaching process. This can usually be controlled with over-the-counter pain medication, and should go away within hours.