Considering Teeth Whitening for Upcoming Summer Events?
The weather is getting warmer in Michigan and summer is almost here. And due to these warmer temperatures, you probably have more gatherings than in the winter months. There are family BBQs, graduation parties, weddings, vacations and much more. Perhaps you are thinking of having your teeth whitened so that you can look your very best at these events with friends and family.
Over time teeth can yellow from staining, chemical damage and simply the aging process. A whiter smile can have a huge impact on your overall appearance and confidence.
Is Teeth Whitening Right For You?
Although you personally may be ready for teeth whitening, it is important to have a dental exam first to make sure that you do not have any cavities or are in need of any other type of dental treatment.
Also, if you have any existing dental work such as bonding, veneers, or crowns, you will need to consult with a local cosmetic dentist about the best whitening options available. Oftentimes, these dental materials won’t whiten to the same shade as the natural tooth or they may not be affected by the whitening agent at all.
A dental exam can also reveal what kind of tooth staining you have and determine which type of whitening will be the most effective. There are two basic types of staining:
Extrinsic – staining on the outside of your enamel. This type of staining is typically caused by food and drink such as coffee or wine. Many times a take-home bleaching treatment is all that is needed for treatment.
Intrinsic – staining on the inner structure a tooth. This type of staining could be the result of a medical condition, using certain medications or could be age related. Whitening for intrinsic staining will require a more involved, clinical treatment only performed by dental professionals. So take-home teeth whiting may not be effective for these types of stains.
What Types of Teeth Whitening Are Available?
Dr. Apsey and the staff of Smile Brightly offer various methods of teeth whitening. We provide in office deep bleaching and take home tray bleaching.
In office deep bleaching will include a combination of both home and office treatments.
Take home tray bleaching will not require any office procedures. This option will require you to wear a bleaching tray for 30-60 minutes per night for 2 weeks. Oftentimes, this is the only type of bleaching dental patients need.
We also offer the Kor whitening treatment using custom trays for at home along with the Kor whitening treatment in the office. Contact Smile Brightly today to learn more about which whitening procedure is best for your smile.
Schedule a Teeth Whitening Consultation with a Warren Cosmetic Dentist
If you are ready to brighten your smile and look your best this summer, contact Smile Brightly in Warren, Michigan to learn more about what whitening options will be the most effective for your teeth.
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