Teeth Whitening

Teeth Whitening Q & A

What causes tooth discoloration?

Teeth are naturally a slight yellowish-white color. But several factors can make your teeth yellower or more discolored than you may prefer.

Food and drink are the most common contributors to tooth discoloration. Berries, soy sauce, coffee, tea, and dark cola are just some of the products that can yellow your teeth with regular consumption.

Some stains stem from trauma or fluorosis (excessive fluoride intake), which causes stains to develop from deep inside your tooth. Sometimes your prescription medications can even lead to tooth discoloration.

Because over-the-counter remedies and home treatments won’t work well in these cases, it’s always best to discuss discoloration causes and teeth whitening treatments with your dentist.

How does professional teeth whitening work?

Video Transcript

At a young age our teeth are healthy white. But overtime the enamel coating the tooth is so slowly worn down. Causing our teeth to become stained and yellow, which is why teeth whitening is become increasingly popular today. There are a few methods for whitening. They include at home and in office. With in office treatments, you will see faster results, receive the safest treatment for bleaching the teeth, and yield the whitest smile. So, don’t settle for teeth that have become stained from years of coffee drinking, tobacco use, or just aging. Ask your dentist about whitening options that may be right you.

During a professional teeth whitening treatment, your dentist applies the bleaching agent to each of your teeth by directly brushing it on. That minimizes issues with getting the harsh chemicals on your gums, which is known for causing gum bleeding and swelling.

Your practitioner helps the bleaching agent penetrate deep into your teeth by using a specialized light. After leaving the whitening treatment on your teeth for the set time frame, depending on your desired outcome, you can then brush and rinse. You leave the office with visibly whiter teeth that are several shades lighter, often in less than an hour.

Will teeth whitening work for me?

As long as your teeth and gums are in good overall shape, you should benefit from a professional whitening treatment. Your dedicated cosmetic dentist at Greenway Dental Group can show you on a color shade scale what shade you can expect your teeth to be after your treatment.

Though you can usually get whitening treatments if you have crowns, bridges, or even veneers, bear in mind that these components can’t be whitened. Your dentist designs your whitening treatment to brighten your natural teeth, without drawing attention to any permanent artificial dental components.

Find out if professional teeth whitening is right for you by scheduling a consultation at Greenway Dental Group. Book either through the online scheduling system or over the phone.