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After brushing and flossing, do you look in the mirror and wonder why your teeth look dingy or yellow? Popular, safe and effective, teeth whitening has given patients across the world a reason to smile. Your appearance can affect you socially, emotionally and even in business success. People who smile with confidence are viewed as warm, inviting and beautiful. With professional whitening systems, the toughest stains can be removed to create a dazzling white, long-lasting smile in just over one hour.
Chemicals in foods, beverages, and tobacco can change the color of your teeth, as can the effects of aging. Medications such as tetracycline, excessive fluoride and previous dental work may also cause unsightly stains on tooth enamel. While we think of tooth enamel as white, the natural, unstained shade of teeth can range from pearly white to bluish gray to pale yellow. Even if you brush and floss daily, stains can tarnish your beautiful smile and steal the confident image you want to convey. You will find a vast variety of over-the-counter home whitening products on the market. Professional in office whitening will elicit far greater results.
In office whitening is one of the quickest ways to safely whiten your teeth. After making yourself comfy in our dental chair, we’ll place a protective barrier around your lips and gums and then apply a specialized solution of whitening gel to your teeth. It will penetrate the enamel and dentin in your teeth to remove deep stains and discoloration.
Many patients report that in office whitening has made their teeth four to six shades whiter. More importantly, the results lasted for years. Our in office whitening system includes a take home kit with comfortable custom made trays for touch up whitening. Regular brushing and flossing, plus an annual touch up at home, and your teeth can remain dazzlingly white for years.
Extensive research and clinical studies by organizations such as the American Dental Association indicate that professional teeth whitening under the supervision of a dentist is safe. In fact, many dentists consider whitening to be one of the safest cosmetic dental procedures. As with any tooth whitening product, in office whitening is not recommended for children under 13 and pregnant or lactating women. If you have a strong gag reflex or feel anxious about dentistry, talk to us about helpful options.
With all whitening systems, we advise patient not to smoke or consume foods and drinks that stain since recently whitened teeth absorb stains. Whitening systems can also cause increased sensitivity in your teeth and gums. These side effects pass with time, but if they persist or other problems arise, you should contact our office immediately. If your teeth are sensitive to bleaching, we may recommend a prescription toothpaste.
If bleaching and whitening can’t get your teeth as white as you’d like, veneers or bonding may be a good solution. These cosmetic procedures are long lasting and do not discolor or stain. In addition to whitening your smile, veneers and bonding can cover cracks, chips and slight misalignments.
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