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The decision of having a Dental Bleaching is personal. Some people make this decision because they want to feel more attractive and younger.
This treatment is recommended for people who are unsatisfied with their teeth appearance. Dental Bleaching improves stains on the enamel and a dark or yellow look of the teeth.
Teeth may darken due to age, what you drink and eat and might be discolored or even stained by tetracycline. However, heavy tetracycline stains do not respond to bleaching treatment. [ Top ]
There are five different Dental Bleaching techniques:
Professional whitening: The substance used is Peroxide. In some cases, a “curing light” is also used in order to accelerate the bleaching process. In most techniques, mouth trays are used. They fit on the teeth and are filled with a paste or gel which contains bleach. The trays should also be used at home. Additional instructions such as how to use it and how often will be given by the dentist. The procedure is usually done between 7 to 10 days, when the patient feels satisfied with teeth appearance. In order to maintain the new color, additional treatments might be also necessary.
Laser treatment: This treatment is much faster and effective; however, it is more expensive and is not performed by every dentist.
Micro-abrasion: In this technique, the enamel is polished with a mixture of hydrochloric acid and pumice. Stains are then removed together with a thin layer of the enamel.
Home whitening: Available at drug stores, might not be as effective as professional bleaching once it is not supervised by a dentist professional. Special attention is needed when using home whitening because the mouth tray should not reach the gums. Reaching the gums might cause irritation.
Whitening toothpastes: The most popular solution, as an easier way to whiten teeth. They lighten the color of teeth; however, is a long-term treatment and has to be used at least twice a day. Whitening toothpastes are also recommended following a professional dental bleaching, in order to maintain results. [ Top ]
Dental Bleaching is not recommended for people who have fillings, especially in front teeth. The filling is not composed by the same material as the natural teeth. This way, they would respond differently to the treatment, resulting in a color difference. [ Top ]
If the patient cannot have a Dental Bleaching, Porcelain Veneers might be an effective solution. Veneers do not discolor, are permanent and durable. [ Top ]
In order to ensure Dental Bleaching results, the patient should maintain healthy dental habits, such as regular brushing and use of floss and whitening toothpastes. The patient should also schedule six monthly consultations for scaling and polishing. Following dentist’s instructions should help you maintain the whiteness. If not, additional treatments might be necessary. [ Top ]
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