Here in Indian Hills Dentistry , we aim to help you achieve maximum oral health the best way that we can. And not only will we help you maintain good oral health, we also want to make sure good oral health will reflect on your appearance, which is why we offer cosmetic dentistry services such as Teeth Whitening.
Often times, teeth get stained and discolored due to many factors like food intake and some habits. Let’s get to know the reasons for teeth discoloration:
- Food and drinks. Many food cause teeth discoloration, examples are coffee, wine, and tea. They have intense color pigments called chromogens that stick to the tooth enamel.
- Tobacco Use. Tar and nicotine are the two chemicals found in tobacco. Tar is naturally dark in color and nicotine turns yellowish once it is mixed with oxygen. This is why smoking tobacco causes unnecessary stains in your teeth.
- Over time, the enamel gets thinner with brushing which exposes more of the dentin. The dentin is the softer are under the enamel.
- If you have been injured or hit in the mouth, your teeth may change in color because it lays down more dentin and dentin is the darker, softer layer under the enamel.
- Certain antihistamines, antipsychotics and high blood pressure medications can result to tooth darkening.
- There are several diseases that affect the enamel and dentin of the teeth which causes teeth discoloration. Treatments for certain conditions can also affect tooth color. For example, head and neck radiation and chemotherapy can cause teeth discoloration. In addition, certain infections in pregnant mothers can cause tooth discoloration in the infant by affecting enamel development.
- Some people just really have naturally brighter or thicker enamel than others.
- Excessive fluoride from environmental sources like naturally high levels of fluoride in the water, or excessive fluoride applications from toothpaste or supplements can cause teeth discoloration.
Now that you have a better understanding on the factors causing teeth discoloration, you can already start changing habits to avoid you teeth from getting stained. But you don’t have to worry because we can help you get the bright smile you have always wanted to achieve.
There are several options for teeth whitening. Teeth whitening is the process of restoration of natural tooth shade or whitening beyond tooth shade. There are procedures available to whiten your teeth.
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In Office Teeth Whitening
The In office teeth whitening is also referred to as professional teeth whitening which is done inside a dental office. This is the most preferred whitening method. Stronger agents are applied in this type of procedure but the teeth and gums are protected from these materials. In office teeth whitening can make your teeth 10 times whiter in just an hour.
In-office whitening affects only the front eight teeth and is a great start for take-home whitening, which is always part of an effective whitening program.
There are rare case of tooth sensitivity that arise from teeth whitening but your dentists knows how to handle these issues best. Depending on how to take care of your teeth, the effect of this procedure can last longer.
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Over the counter or Home tooth Whitening systems
Commercially available tooth whitening systems are becoming popular because they are convenient and easy to use and are relatively inexpensive.
There are a few over-the-counter tooth whitening methods that can be purchased without your dentist’s supervision. They include whitening strips, paint-on tooth gel, mouth trays with gel, whitening toothpaste, and even whitening gum. These are generally safe to use but if unsure, it is always best to consult your dentist.
At present, even patients with sensitive teeth can undergo teeth whitening treatment.
Teeth whitening effects can last for several months and for years depending on how you take good care of your teeth. If you follow good oral hygiene by daily brushing and flossing and follow a balanced diet which includes avoiding of food that causes teeth discoloration, then you can be assured that your teeth whitening will last longer. You can also use at home whitening kit for maintenance to make sure there is a follow up on your in-office teeth whitening.
Contact Indian Hills Dentistry for best teeth whitening in murfreesboro . Conveniently Located Off I-24,Indian Hills Dentistry, 2850 S. Church Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37127