Do you have stains on your teeth from coffee, tea, or soda? Are you looking for a way to whiten your smile before an event you have coming up soon? If you said yes to either of these questions, our team at Contemporary Dental in Bellaire, TX, may be able to help you. Our cosmetic treatments can help you target the blemishes you have throughout your smile and help you appear more confident. In our blog today, we’re here to talk about our professional teeth whitening treatment.
Understanding The Reason For Discoloration
Your teeth can become stained over time due to many reasons, from what we eat every day to aging. While this is a natural part of life, it can be frustrating when you want to show off your pearly whites. When you come in for your cosmetic treatment consultation, your dentist will examine your teeth and determine the type of staining you are experiencing. If it appears that the stains are on your enamel, they may recommend a professional whitening treatment to break down these stains and brighten your smile. For patients whose discoloration has occurred below the enamel, your dentist may recommend alternative treatments like cosmetic bonding or veneers to cover these blemishes. Stains below the enamel can happen from fluoride overuse, injuries, genetics, and other factors.
Convenient Options For Professional Teeth Whitening
When you are looking for a professional teeth whitening treatment, you want an option that is convenient and can be completed in a short amount of time. Our team offers both in-office and at-home treatments to help you match your goals. During an in-office treatment, we will apply the bleaching agent directly to your teeth and activate it with a light. In about one hour or less, you will be able to see your vibrant results. If you opt for an at-home treatment, we will send you home with custom made trays and a safe bleaching agent to wear everyday for about thirty minutes at a time. This method can be convenient for patients who do not have time to sit at the dentist for an extra hour. In about two weeks, you can show off your improved smile.
How To Maintain Your Results
Now that you have a bright, white smile, you will want to do your best to maintain your results for as long as possible. At home, remember to brush and floss at least twice a day. Your hygiene routine helps prevent cavities, keep your breath fresh, and removes stains from your pearly whites. You may also want to avoid consuming anything that could stain your pearly whites. Finally, continue coming in for your biannual checkups to maintain a healthy smile.
Schedule An Appointment With Our Team
To find out more about our cosmetic treatments or to schedule a consultation, call Contemporary Dental in Bellaire, TX, today at 713-668-9119.