Teeth Whitening
 Teeth
whitening is one of the solutions provided by dentists
in regards to whitening teeth that are stained and discolored.
What causes teeth to change color? Some of the reasons include
consuming wine and coffee, smoking, and even taking some types
of medication.
Teeth whitening is usually effective and
is one of the answers to brightening teeth that have been
stained. This procedure is also known as bleaching
and is one of the dentists' easiest and least invasive tools
to help you brighten your teeth. The procedure is safe, easy
to use, and more affordable than ever before.
Teeth Whitening Techniques
During laser and power
teeth whitening, a dentist begins by applying
a protective material to your gums and lips in order
to isolate the teeth. A special bleaching solution –
often containing hydrogen peroxide - is applied to the
teeth. A high intensity light or laser is directed at
the teeth and activates the bleaching agent, causing
the gel to release the oxygen molecules. Treatments
for both power and laser bleaching can take as little
as 45 minutes, but usually last somewhere between one
and two hours.
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These techniques work great for a single discolored tooth
as well. If the tooth has become dark due to trauma but has
not had a root canal, the bleaching solution is placed on
the outside of the tooth. If the tooth has had a root canal,
the solution can be placed on the outside as well as the inside
of the tooth. Leaving a bleaching solution inside the tooth
and sealing the opening is referred to as “walking bleach”.
The solution inside the tooth for a walking bleach is changed
about once a week. Results can take several weeks but nothing
has to be worn in the mouth.
Home bleaching is performed at home, under
the indirect supervision of a dentist. At the first appointment,
the dentist takes impressions of the patient’s teeth
and then creates a perfectly fitted mouthpiece. This mouthpiece
will allow the patient to apply a bleaching solution to the
teeth while protecting the rest of the mouth from contact
with the bleaching chemicals.
Choosing a Cosmetic Dentist for your
Teeth Whitening
It is very important that you select a dentist adequately
trained and experienced in this procedure. We strongly recommend
that you consider choosing a cosmetic dentist.
See our Locate
a Cosmetic Dentist feature to find a doctor in your area,
including detailed profile information for many of the listed
dentists. Also read How
to Select a Cosmetic Dentist for a more detailed discussion
on choosing the right cosmetic dentist for all your cosmetic
dentistry needs.
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