It’s not uncommon for people to be unhappy with the color of their teeth. Sometimes, it seems like no matter what you do, your teeth lose that shiny white color. There are many different reasons for why your teeth change color over time. However, you can do something about it with teeth whitening. Teeth whitening is a solution that can bring back that smile that makes you proud!
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What Causes Teeth to Change Color?
One type of discoloration is intrinsic. This is when, over time, teeth naturally lose their color. The second cause of discoloration is extrinsic. This is when deposits get left on teeth from certain foods like coffee and wine and other things like tobacco use and even some prescription medications. Teeth whitening removes these deposits for a natural shine.
Is Teeth Whitening a Routine Procedure?
Teeth whitening is the most popular elective dental procedure in America. If you need more proof, just think about this: Americans spend $1.4 billion annually on over-the-counter products to whiten teeth. Teeth whitening is quite common!
Why Go to a Dentist for Teeth Whitening?
Over-the-counter products may work, but these products are ineffective if your teeth have large deposits. Even if used properly, many drugstore products don’t have the strength to whiten your smile as dramatically as you’d like.
Another problem with doing it at home is that your teeth may need professional cleaning before effective whitening. Teeth need regular brushing and flossing before being able to be whitened. Not only that, but whitening products may cause you pain if they get into areas with cavities or decay. A dentist can correct any issues before your whitening treatment, and he or she will be there to supervise the process, so you don’t experience discomfort.
The whitening products used by dentists are more concentrated than products from a store, making them more effective at whitening. Dentists also use light to speed up the process. Instead of days or weeks, one visit to a dentist could get you the results you want.
How Does Teeth Whitening Work?
At Apple Springs Dentistry, we use Zoom Whitening. A hydrogen peroxide gel gets coated on your teeth after a cleaning. Then, a Zoom Advanced Power Chairside Lamp activates the hydrogen peroxide in the gel. Oxygen flows into the enamel and bleaches away stains while you wait. This takes about an hour to complete. Afterward, a fluoride gel gets added. Some people’s teeth are sensitive after a teeth whitening treatment, and this reduces that problem.
We at Apple Springs Family Dentistry are happy to get people the bright smiles they desire with our professional teeth whitening services. Contact us today to set up your appointment!
