Frequent checkups and a consistent oral hygiene routine can help keep your teeth clean and cavity-free. However, this does not necessarily help keep them looking bright. In some cases, factors like aging, genetics, and external causes can lead to your teeth becoming discolored. This may cause you to feel self-conscious about the appearance of your smile. Your Sunny Smiles team offers professional teeth whitening options to help safely remove these stains. Today, we are here to explore how in-office and at-home brightening methods work.
See Professional Results After One Visit
One option to remove extrinsic discoloration is with an in-office professional whitening treatment. The dentist will examine your smile to ensure this is a good option for your needs. Our team will apply a bleaching agent to each tooth and activate it with a light. This helps rapidly remove stains from the surface of your teeth in about one hour. If you have a special event coming up, like a vacation or a wedding, this is a great option. You can have a bright smile that you can feel confident showing off in pictures.
Do This Safely At Home
Not all patients have time to sit in the dentist for an extra hour. That is why we offer a safe take-home whitening kit tailored to your needs. Why not purchase over-the-counter products at your local pharmacy or grocery store? This is because these products are generic and made to suit the general population. You will not achieve your desired results with these products and will likely spend more time and money using these generic kits. Instead, your team can create a custom kit that can help you achieve the results you want. You will wear the trays and whitening agent every day as instructed by your dentist. Then, you can show off your stunning results.
If Your Teeth Don’t Respond To Whitening
A professional brightening treatment may not work for all patients. This is because there are different types of staining. Extrinsic discoloration occurs on the surface of your teeth. This may be caused by consuming things like coffee, tea, and certain foods. Usually, it can be removed with a bleaching service. Intrinsic discoloration, on the other hand, happens below the enamel. This may be caused by injuries or other health conditions. These cannot be removed, but there are ways to conceal them.
Cosmetic bonding is a conservative approach to this option. Composite resin can be bonded to the area of imperfection to achieve an even-appearing smile. Porcelain veneers are another option that can be used. Porcelain shells are added over your natural tooth to hide these blemishes.
Talk To Our Team Today
To schedule an appointment for professional whitening or another cosmetic service, call Sunny Smiles in El Paso, TX, today at 915.759.7000