Is Teeth Whitening Safe?

Here’s a little secret – when it comes to Teeth Whitening it’s probably the most performed treatment amongst dental personnel.  Yep; dental hygienists, assistants, administrators and dentists all turn to the transformative effects that a simple tray of whitening gel can provide.  If it’s safe for your Calgary Dental team, then you can feel confident about choosing this option for improving your smile.  Manufacturers of Teeth Whitening solutions have been improving ingredients and effectiveness of their products since the availability of bleaching solutions hit the market in the ‘80s – making today’s products some of the fastest, most comfortable systems to use.  Consisting of ingredients that act as buffers that prevent Tooth Sensitivity; whitening your teeth has never been so easy, affordable and fun!

How Do You Whiten Teeth?

There are a couple of methods available for whitening teeth – in-chair method and at-home method.  Each method provides different advantages that may make one more appealing over the other.  For example, in-chair teeth whitening is fast, with some patients achieving up to six shades whiter in just one session.  Though this method is incredibly fast, patients may report tooth sensitivity.  At-home teeth whitening isn’t as quick to achieve the desired result, but it tends not to cause the same degree of tooth sensitivity, if used appropriately.  NE Calgary Family Dentists at Discover Dental in Falconridge provide patients with home whitening kits – that enable patients to gain a whiter smile in the comfort of their own homes.  A home teeth whitening kit consists of custom trays, whitening gel and a shade guide that lets a patient track how white teeth become.  The process consists of placing a small amount of the whitening gel in each tray and wearing the top and bottom tray anywhere from one to seven hours – depending on the specific kit.

Does Whitening Gel Work on All Teeth?

Most teeth respond well to whitening gel – with the exception of teeth that have intrinsic staining.  Stains that are inside the tooth (intrinsic) don’t respond to the whitening gel as the gel isn’t powerful enough to penetrate through tooth enamel.  Surface stains from tobacco, coffee, wine and food are quickly removed – leaving a fresher, more youthful smile.

For more information on Teeth Whitening in Calgary or to make an appointment to see one of the General Dentists at Discover Dental – call today 403.285.0222

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NE Calgary Dentists at Discover Dental are excited to share the many benefits of teeth whitening.

Stained Teeth in Calgary
For some patients their teeth are stained due to taking certain medications, such as Tetracycline.  As much as a patient may try to whiten their teeth with toothpaste, due to the nature of the stain – it’s beyond the surface of the tooth – a stronger bleaching option is required to lighten the staining.  Even teeth that have been exposed to a little too much coffee and red wine benefits from the fast and effective whitening a Home Bleaching Kit provides.
Teeth Whitening in Calgary is one of them most sought after cosmetic procedures.  The result can be dramatic – whitening teeth several shades – and providing the perfect pre-treatment step in preparation for replacing existing Crowns, Bridges and White Fillings.  As the whitening solution only works on tooth enamel – existing dentistry will not lighten in colour – so keep this in mind before committing to any type of teeth whitening application.

Teeth Whitening can be an effective option for patients in Calgary whose teeth have Fluorosis – this is where teeth have a mottled appearance due to exposure to too much Fluoride during tooth development.  This condition does not respond to regular cleanings with your hygienist, as the staining is within the tooth structure.  Bleaching the teeth will lighten the non-mottled parts of teeth – creating a uniform appearance.

NE Calgary Dentists see great results when patients who have naturally yellow teeth whiten their teeth.  Not everyone is born with bright white teeth – and like other aspects of aging, teeth tend to darken as we age.  But no one has to be stuck with dark, yellow teeth.  In just one hour a day – usually two thirty minute sessions – patients can whiten their teeth several shades in just a matter of weeks.  The ease of using a Home Teeth Whitening Kit allows patients to create a more youthful appearance in the comfort of their home.

How Easy is Teeth Whitening in Calgary?
Dentists at Discover Dental in Calgary can have you smiling brightly in just a couple of appointments.  An impression is taken of your teeth at the first appointment – then custom top and bottom trays are fabricated to fit your teeth perfectly.  It’s important that bleaching trays fit correctly so that all teeth benefit from the bleaching effect – customization is lacking with store bought products so the end result will not be as dramatic.  At your second appointment your NE Calgary dentist will have you try your new bleaching trays in to ensure proper fit.  You will be given instructions on how to apply the bleaching gel and how long to keep the teeth whitening solution in.  Sometimes patients will experience some tooth sensitivity when whitening their teeth.  This is a normal side effect of the bleaching effect – and it lets us know that the whitening solution is working.

Dentists at Discover Dental are excited to help patients achieve the best smile they can and welcome your enquiries regarding Teeth Whitening in Calgary or any other Cosmetic Dental procedure.  Options are available to whiten and brighten dark, stained, yellow teeth.  Call today to discover how these NE Calgary Dentists can help.

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