SOLUTION TO REMOVING THE DISCOLOURATION
Teeth whitening has become a popular solution to removing the discolouration, or yellowing, of teeth after years of natural aging, or a combination of either food additives, coffee, tea, tobacco or even alcohol. So why not consider giving your teeth a bright new look with a tooth whitening solution from Shine Family Dental Surgery? As part of our comprehensive cosmetic dentistry services, teeth whitening can dramatically transform your smile and boost your confidence.
At Shine Family Dental Surgery we have two options for you to consider. After a consultation with one of our qualified Smile Makeover dentists, we will be able to determine the appropriate solution that will give your teeth the best result. Whether you choose professional treatment or our take-home kit, teeth whitening complements other cosmetic dental procedures like veneers and crowns for a complete smile transformation.
The best results can be achieved from a professional whitening treatment performed by one of our dentists. This option will typically take about an hour in the dentist chair and existing stains will be lifted right from your teeth, giving you a bright and white smile.
The other teeth whitening option is the take-home DIY kit. There are a variety of DIY whitening kits available, typically dependant on strength and price. Whitening kits will include bleaching trays to fit your teeth and a whitening gel to fill them with results expected in one to two weeks. One of our helpful dentists will be able to guide you to the solution best suited to your teeth.
If you’re interested in teeth whitening, feel free to contact our friendly team to speak with a team member. We also offer comprehensive general dentistry services to ensure your teeth are healthy before any cosmetic treatment.
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Teeth Whitening Treatment: A Simple Way to a Great Smile!
Over time, teeth lose their pearly white shine and transform into a pale-yellow colour. Such discolouration of teeth highly impacts the confidence and self-esteem of a person. The objective of teeth whitening in Wyndham Vale is to eliminate the external stains of the teeth caused by the action of tobacco and the pigments contained in food and beverages, especially if proper dental hygiene is not maintained. But before going for teeth whitening treatment, there are certain facts you should be aware of.
Why does discolouration of teeth occur?
Both internal and external factors may contribute to the discolouration of teeth. With the passage of time, dentin in our teeth naturally turns yellow. Also, the enamel of teeth gets thinner, making the yellowish tint of dentin in the teeth slightly visible, thus discolouring the teeth.
Apart from that, consumption of certain food like wine, coffee or tobacco might yellow the teeth over time. Another possible reason might be if due to sudden accidental injury, the pulp of the teeth gets damaged.
What possible steps can be taken to maintain healthy teeth?
A regular professional teeth cleaning at our dental clinic every six months and the usual use of whitening toothpaste could maintain the natural colouring of the teeth. Otherwise, the spots will become persistent and intensify their colouration.
How the teeth whitening effect is achieved?
Teeth Whitening using Bleaching Agents:
Such a treatment for teeth whitening in Wyndham Vale is based on the use of so-called bleaching agents, usually carbamide peroxide and hydrogen peroxide, that are present in the form of an application gel at different concentrations. These gels act by causing oxygen to penetrate through the pores of the enamel and reach the dentin, causing the breakdown of organic compounds trapped in it into small particles that better reflect light and, as a consequence, lighten the colour of the teeth. The fact that these bleaching agents penetrate the dentin can cause an increase in the sensitivity of the teeth to cold as long as the treatment lasts.
Any teeth whitening treatment is performed by placing the bleaching gel in a splint that is then inserted into the dental arch, where it must remain one to two hours a day for at least two weeks.
Teeth Whitening by Photoactivation:
Currently, a dental whitening technique based on hydrogen peroxide gels whose activity is accelerated by exposure to intense light (LED, plasma arc or halogen) is used in most dentist’s office. It is what is called teeth whitening by photoactivation and considerably reduces the time in which the teeth should be exposed to the whitening gel. However, for its application, it is essential to previously protect the mucous membranes of the mouth from contact with hydrogen peroxide. Also, both the dentist and the patient should protect their eyes with glasses while the treatment lasts.
After Treatment Steps:
Photoactivated teeth whitening in Wyndham Vale maintains its activity even after it has been applied, which is why it is always recommended that the patient avoid eating food or drinks with a high concentration of pigments or dyes for the next 24 hours and do not smoke for at least eight hours.
Although numerous types of teeth whitening kits are currently marketed, it is recommended that any type of teeth whitening treatment should always be performed under the supervision of a dentist for effective results. Our experienced team also provides orthodontic treatments and preventive dental care to maintain your bright, healthy smile long-term. Although the price of teeth whitening by photoactivation or combined procedures may be higher at dental clinics in Wyndham Vale than at home but the results are remarkably better and it is done with total safety.
Ready to start your smile transformation? Beyond teeth whitening, explore our complete range of cosmetic dentistry options including veneers, crowns, and smile makeovers. Don’t forget to maintain your results with regular check-ups and cleanings at our Wyndham Vale practice.
Areas We Serve
Wyndham Vale, Hoppers Crossing, Tarneit, Werribee, Mambourin
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