Whiten Your Teeth
Getting whiter teeth is a lot harder than it sounds. With all the coffee, wine, smoking, and other foods that have the ability to stain your teeth daily, even proper teeth whitening products sometimes leave them a little lackluster. Over time, teeth naturally darken with age which may leave you wanting to brighten up your smile. Teeth whitening is an excellent way to restore the natural color of your teeth or even make them whiter than your natural color if you would like.
There are many options to try including some over-the-counter remedies. It is important to understand that not all discolored or stained teeth can be lightened by these remedies or even professional bleaching – your dentist will be able to offer advice and prevent unnecessary pains or irritation from teeth whitening gels.
If you have sensitive teeth or have had gum disease or worn tooth enamel, whitening treatment may not be for you, but there are other options that you may want to discuss with your dentist.
When administered safely and controlled, tooth whitening is a safe process that will not damage your teeth. There may experience some discomfort or irritation, but as long as your dentist has confirmed your teeth are healthy and provided a custom whitening tray, this pain will be temporary and not cause any lasting damage. It is important to protect your gums and not cause too much irritation, which is why tooth whitening is typically done over at least a few days.
To accomplish the whitening of your teeth, we utilize a tray whitening system. This tray whitening system is completed in 2 steps. The first step is to make an impression on your teeth. With this impression, we’ll craft you custom whitening trays that you can use over and over. Finally, you will take the whitening gel and put it in the gel for a short period of time over a period of a few days. This often results in a whiter smile of 4 – 8 shades!
Generally, yellow-colored teeth can be safely and easily whitened by our office’s tray whitening system. Brownish-colored teeth or gray stains caused by smoking may not show a dramatic difference. If you’ve had fillings placed on your teeth, these materials also do not whiten and may be more visible after the whitening process.
Please contact us today to see if you are a candidate for this type of whitening.
Always remember that consistent and thorough daily oral brushing and flossing can go a long way in keeping your smile lighter, brighter, and healthier.
Sensitivity after whitening
If you are experiencing increased sensitivity or pain from teeth whitening, you may be looking for relief. Usually, this irritation is temporary. If you have not visited your dentist regarding whitening your teeth, it may be a good time to do so. If you’d like to continue using a tray whitening system, you can try applying less gel or keeping it in your mouth for shorter amounts of time. Toothpaste may help desensitize the affected area, and your dentist may offer a desensitizing treatment or varnish.