Information that you need to know before and after teeth whitening procedure

many people often come to the clinic to ask how they can improve the look of their smile. It’s on everybody’s wishlist. Besides having perfectly aligned teeth, it’s also important to check the color of your teeth. There are different teeth colors, but if you want to make it whiter, then you have two options: in-office-based teeth bleaching or at-home care. Treatment options vary and not everyone is a candidate for every whitening method. The type of stain you have determines how many shades lighter your tooth will whiten.

Regardless of the option that you will choose, both use peroxide-based cleaning agents. There are two classifications of peroxide: hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide. It can partially penetrate the layers of the teeth, removing the compound that causes discoloration.

What causes teeth discoloration?

By lifestyle habits such as drinking tea, coffee, colas, wine and some starchy foods. It can also be caused by poor dental hygiene, disease, medications, aging, genetics, environment and trauma.

What are my treatment options?

Before starting treatment, consult with a dentist first. The dentist can decide what kind of treatment would work best for you. If you are a candidate, here are the ways that can make your teeth look whiter.

• In-office tooth whitening - The bleaching solution used by dentists in the office is much stronger than home kits. It could speed up the procedure. Also the dentist can use modern technology in the clinic to further intensify its effect of the whitening process. Expect a better result. It can get 3-8x whiter in just a 60-minute visit to the clinic.

Procedures:

1. Dental bonding- In this procedure, the dentist applies a tooth-colored composite resin and treats it with curing light.
2. Dental crowns- Dental crowns are placed on top of a discolored tooth and make it look whiter.
3. Dental Veneers- It’s custom made porcelain “shells” designed to cover the front to improve the color and shape of your teeth.

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• At home bleaching solution from the dentist - In this case, the dentist will just provide you the product along with the instructions. However, the process is not as speedy as the in-office tooth whitening procedure. This can be preferred by patients who feel comfortable doing the procedure at their own pace with the guidance of their dentist.

How can I maintain the color of my teeth?

You can maintain teeth’s whiteness by avoiding tobacco or other products containing nicotine and beverages like colas, tea, and coffee that can contribute to teeth staining, and cleaning your teeth daily by using the proper tooth brushing and flossing techniques.

Do’s and Don’ts for Teeth Whitening:

Don’t:

• Consume too much fruit- Fruit contains citric acid that etches enamel away. Overeating fruit will expose your teeth to citrus and will only wear down enamel.
• Don’t store whitening products at a hot temperature- If you're planning to bleach your teeth ensure your teeth whitening product is not expose to hot temperature.  Hot temperature inactivates the peroxide which is the active ingredient in whitening products. Store it in cool temperature to prolong shelf life.
• Use Baking Soda - A recent study from the Journal of the American Dental Association found that baking soda is an abrasive substance that can wear the enamel away. If you wear the enamel away, you expose the second layer, the more porous yellowish dentin. This can make your teeth prone to stains.

Do:

• Consult your doctor to guide you on the best teeth whitening treatment for you.
• Brush your teeth and pick the right paste.
• Floss daily
• Keep tobacco away
• Limit food and beverages that are likely to stain your teeth

Why should I talk to the dentist?

One factor that you should consider for teeth whitening is the sensitivity. When used incorrectly, this can result in burned gums. To be sure if teeth whitening is worth your time and money, schedule an appointment with your dentist first.

At Rightway Dental, we assure that we have a dentist that could give you the best option possible for your teeth whitening.

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