Do you want a brighter smile before your vacation or your next big summer event? Then you should consider professional teeth whitening, which could often brighten smiles by several shades. In today’s blog, your Virginia Beach, VA, dentist talks about our approach to teeth whitening!
The Factors Behind Teeth Stains
Our teeth can develop unsightly yellow or brown stains for several reasons. Often, plaque buildup brought on by improper brushing and flossing and a diet high in sugar and starch could stain teeth. The use of beverages with dark pigments, such as soda, coffee, tea, and red wine, can discolor smiles too. If you use tobacco products, you not only increase your cancer risk, but also leave your smile with discoloration. The factors vary, but our team can examine your smile to assess the cause and extent of your stains, so we can choose the right teeth whitening option for you.
Teeth Whitening at Home
If you have more severe staining and prefer an at-home option, we have a treatment that limits tooth sensitivity but still brightens teeth by up to eight shades. With this treatment option, you stop by our office just long enough for us to create a set of plastic trays. Custom-made for your smile, you will fill these trays with the bleaching gel we provide and wear them for about an hour a day. The trays ensure the results are even across your smile and keep saliva from diluting the results. The total treatment period could take one to two weeks, and the trays and any remaining gel are yours to use for touch-ups as needed in the months to come!
A Single Visit Whitening Treatment
If you need results quickly, then we could offer our in-office option, which brightens teeth by several shades in as little as one to two hours total. The process is simple. Once we provide a protective covering for your lips and gums, we apply a bleaching gel that we activate with a light. This removes stains quickly, so you can attend your job interview, first date, or special event with a stunning smile. If you have permanent teeth stains, which can form beneath the enamel and resist traditional teeth whitening, we could mask them with bonding, veneers, or both!
If you have any questions about professional teeth whitening, then contact our team today. We would love to help you attend fun summer events with your brightest smile! So, talk to us about cosmetic dentistry today to learn more.
Talk To Your Virginia Beach, VA, Dentist About Cosmetic Dentistry
If you have dental discoloration, we can help with professional cosmetic treatments. Call Absolute Dental Care in Virginia Beach, VA at (757) 428-7440 to schedule a visit soon!
