Some people are just born with much more yellowish teeth compared to others. It’s more of a genetic thing than anything else. It is also a known fact that as we age, our teeth begin to yellow. Other things that can tinge our teeth are more along the lines of habits – tobacco habits, drinking dark beverages like coffee or wine, poor diet and dental hygiene. So, as we step foot into 2022, it may be a good idea to take stock in what your current habits are and how they are affecting your smile.
Frequent dental cleanings can easily remove most of the stains caused by certain food, drinks and tobacco. Using a whitening toothpaste can also help remove such stains in between visits to the dentists. Though, if your stains have been present for years, simply cleaning and brushing just won’t cut it.
Bleaching. Bleaching requires the use of tooth-bleaching gels to oxidize out the stain and can be done either by the dentist or at home. A common side effect during the process is for teeth to become slightly more sensitive than usual.
At-home whitening. Done by letting your dentist take an impression of your teeth and making a custom-fitted tray, you’ll then have to fill the tray with whitening gel and wear it for two hours a day for as long as two weeks. If done correctly, at-home whitening can be a very effective teeth whitening solution.
In-office whitening. Zoom! whitening is done in the dentist’s office. Each visit takes somewhere around 30 minutes to one hour and multiple visits are usually required to achieve the desired results.
For more information about teeth whitening, call Dr. Schneider in Mooresville, NC at 704-660-1802 or visit www.schneidersmiles.com.
Drs. Catherine and Kenneth Schneider proudly serve patients from Mooresville and all surrounding areas.