One of the most common complaints that people have about their smiles is that they are not bright enough. Our daily habits of drinking beverages such as coffee, tea, and soda, can lead to our pearly whites becoming stained and dull. While having a yellow tint on your teeth is not necessarily unhealthy, it may not make you feel the most confident. The team at Contemporary Dental in Bellaire, TX, offers in-office and at-home teeth-whitening options that can help remove stains from the surface of your teeth. In today’s blog, we’re here to talk about the differences in these options.
Removing Stains In Our Office
Before getting started with any cosmetic service, you will first need a consultation with your dentist to determine the best option. A whitening treatment may be recommended for patients who have extrinsic stains on the surface of their teeth. If you decide to have this done in our office, a bleaching agent will be applied to your pearly whites and activated with a light. The stains will be broken down rapidly, and you may be able to see results in as little as one hour. This option may be great for patients who need to see results in a short amount of time.
Teeth Whitening Treatments At Home
Some patients may not have time to sit at the dentist for an extra hour or may simply prefer to do this step on their own. Instead of using harsh over-the-counter whitening products, we can send you home with a custom whitening kit to do on your own time. Instead of activating the bleaching solution with a light, you will add it to a tray that you wear everyday as instructed by your dentist. Over the span of about ten days, you can begin to see that the stains are being removed and your smile appears brighter. To maintain your results from these treatments, remember to keep up with your oral hygiene routine and try to limit food and beverages that can stain your teeth.
Exploring Options For Stubborn Stains
A professional teeth whitening service may be able to help remove stains caused from some of our favorite foods and beverages. Unfortunately, though, if the discoloration occurs below your enamel, it may not be able to be removed. Instead of attempting to remove it, options like porcelain veneers can help conceal the stubborn blemish. Porcelain veneers are custom-made to fit your smile precisely and disguise common problems like blemishes, uneven teeth, or other minor flaws.
Find Out More About Your Options
A professional brightening treatment could help minimize stains and boost your confidence. Call the team at Contemporary Dental in Bellaire, TX, today at (713) 668-9119 to learn more.