For smiles stained by discoloration, we could help them shine. For dramatic results, we can choose from one of our two teeth whitening treatments. In today’s blog, your Londonderry, NH, dentist talks about our whitening selections and how these can help smiles truly shine.
The Causes of Our Stained Teeth
How do teeth become stained? For some, factors that create plaque buildup can make stains more visible, such as poor brushing and flossing or even a diet high in sugar and starch. For others, beverages with dark pigments could contribute to discoloration, including coffee, tea, red wine, and coffee. Using tobacco products is a source of discoloration too. As part of your treatment, we will take a close look at your smile to assess the cause and severity of your teeth stains, so we can recommend the right solution for you.
In-Office Teeth Whitening
For most, we can remove surface stains with our in-office teeth whitening treatment. The process only takes an hour or two to complete, so in one visit you leave with a brighter smile. The procedure is great if you need fast results before a job interview, first date, or special event. The process involves our team applying a protective covering on the lips and gums. We then place a powerful bleaching gel to the surfaces of your teeth. With a light, we activate the bleaching gel to break up and remove teeth stains. We repeat the process as needed for more stubborn stains. For some, teeth could be multiple shades brighter!
Removing Your Discoloration from Home
Some people have intrinsic teeth stains, or permanent discoloration, which forms beneath the outer enamel. These can be hard to remove with teeth whitening, but we can still help you achieve a brighter smile. With composite resin, we apply a metal-free material to the teeth that coats the outer structure and masks teeth stains. This is the same material used in our tooth-colored fillings, and application only takes one sitting. We also have porcelain veneers, thin shells that we attach to the front of the teeth. These not only mask discoloration, but can address problems with the shape of your teeth and even fill gaps between them. For some, a smile makeover is possible with the placement of our veneers.
If you have any questions about how we treat stained teeth and offer brighter results, then contact our team today to learn more and get started. We want you to feel proud when you smile, so talk to us about cosmetic dentistry.
Schedule An Appointment for Cosmetic Dentistry
Our team wants to help you smile with confidence again by removing your dental discoloration. You can schedule an appointment with our team at My Dentist in Londonderry, NH, today by calling 603-965-3407.
