If you are self-conscious of the colour of your teeth every time you try to smile, then you should consider going in for tooth whitening. In this new age, everyone wants to look good, if not glamorous. Millions of people have had their teeth bleached, and probably millions more are thinking of doing so. Tooth Whitening safely lightens the colour of teeth, reduces discoloration and staining. As a result, you have a confident and bright smile which normally lasts for up to five years.
Video of a tooth whitening Procedure ( Simple painless procedure )
This video is a model example of the procedure followed in our surgeries
Before and After Teeth Whitening treatment
The term "teeth whitening" can refer to a number of techniques to improve the brightness of the patient's teeth. Among them are chemical whitening, mild acid whitening, abrasive teeth brightening and the newest technique, laser teeth whitening.
There are many causes. The most common include genetics, aging, consumption of staining substances (smoking, coffee, tea, and sweet drinks), tetracycline (antibiotic) staining, excessive fluoride, and old fillings.
Staining is not the only factor that can affect the color of an individual's teeth. Some people just have naturally brighter enamel than others. There can also be medical reasons for any change in the color of your teeth. This may be a side-effect of the medication or in some cases discoloration may be caused by the disease itself. If you suspect that there is an underlying medical cause for your teeth discoloration, be sure to inform your cosmetic dentist.
How white will my teeth be after treatment?
Some whitening procedures claim they can whiten your teeth by up to nine shades, but that is highly unlikely. However, a change of two or three shades will make a significant difference in just about anyone's smile. There is no one standard system in the dental field to measure and determine tooth color. The most often heard about, however, is the Vita shade guide. This guide divides tooth color into four basic shade ranges:
A) Reddish Brown
B) Reddish Yellow
C) Gray
D) Reddish Gray
In the A range there are five levels of darkness. Ranges B, C and D, each have four levels.
Not many people are aware that your teeth are not all the same natural color. Usually your eye teeth tend to be darker than the others, your front teeth are typically the whitest, and molars tend to be a shade between the two. Your dentist will try to give you the whitest smile possible while trying to ensure that your look remains natural. During your first consultation for tooth whitening, your dentist will go over what you personally can expect for your specific smile. The final outcome will be determined not only by the structure of your teeth but by the type of procedure you and your dentist decide to follow.
Are there different methods to choose from?
‘Tooth Whitening’ is a chemical process used to lighten the color of the patient's teeth. The procedure can be performed entirely in the cosmetic dentist's office or it can be performed by the patient in their home, using materials provided by the dentist. However, bleaching is not the only option. Many people are opting for a process called Laser Tooth Whitening.
