Teeth Staining and Teeth Whitening

by Lucy Petterson The Mindful Dentist in London

A teeth whitening is a very popular dental procedure that can drastically improve the appearance of your teeth. There are numerous reasons for teeth discolouration. Your teeth can become discoloured by stains or age-related issues. Discolouration occurs over time due to exposure to different types of food particles, liquids or because of Aging or wear & tear of the teeth. Let’s throw some light on teeth Staining in this section.

Type of tooth stains

There are two kinds of stains- extrinsic stains and intrinsic stains. Teeth whitening can help you get rid of both.

Extrinsic Stains - As the name suggests, extrinsic stains are external stains. They appear on the outer surface of the teeth and are a result of prolonged exposure to things like coffee/ dark beverages/ tobacco and certain other types of food. Such stains can be prevented to some extent with periodic dental cleaning and good brushing habits. Teeth whitening come into the picture for stains that are resistant to normal brushing and cleaning. An effective teeth whitening procedure can help significantly with extrinsic stains. It is important to understand that improper care leads stains to penetrate in the dentin. Such stains get impossible to treat, even with professional teeth whitening products.

Intrinsic Stains – Intrinsic stains, on the other hand, are internal stains. They form on the interior of teeth. They result from excessive exposure to fluoride (during early childhood) and due to trauma. They are complicated to deal with and difficult to prevent. But with the use of the latest technology and lots of time and effort, such difficult intrinsic stains too can be addressed.

The teeth whitening process

Once you have made up your mind to go in for a professional teeth whitening procedure, then the first thing you have to do is consult a certified dentist for Teeth Whitening South East London. He would do a thorough check-up to analyse the best kind of procedure for the most effective whitening results.

A professional teeth whitening procedure is referred to as chairside bleaching. First, the dentist would apply a protective gel or a rubber shield to your gums to protect the soft tissues in the mouth. He would then apply a bleaching agent on the teeth. Then special laser light is flashed on the teeth that enhance the bleaching agent’s effect. Such professional agents usually have hydrogen peroxide as the primary ingredient. Each such session lasts for about 30 to 60 minutes. Yellowish teeth can be bleached better than the brownish or greyish teeth. A teeth whitening process is free of pain, as the outer part of the teeth do not contain nerves.

Teeth with treated pulp may require internal bleaching. Such a bleaching agent is sealed inside the access cavity. And this would require the patient to return to the dental clinic after a few days for the renewal of the bleaching agent.

A tooth bleaching is not recommended for people with a prior encounter with tooth bonding or tooth fillings as whitening does not work on cosmetic teeth.

Bleaching tray

To bleach multiple teeth or the entire arch, a tray is used. Such a tray is fabricated and custom made for each patient. This tray is loaded with carbamide peroxide gel. It can effectively whiten moderately yellow to brown discoloured teeth in 2 to 6 weeks. Such a process stays effective for about a year, after which the patient may want to repeat the treatment.

Before the bleaching process

It is recommended you undergo a process of teeth fixing for your crooked or damaged teeth before proceeding for a professional teeth whitening. This would ensure an even colour for all the teeth at the end of the procedure!

 Why get your teeth whitened by a professional?

Today the market is overloaded with a host of DIY and homemade teeth whitening products. But getting your teeth lightened under a dentist’s supervision prevents any kind of complications and sensitivity usually accompanied with store-bought whitening kits. Professionally qualified teeth whitening South East London dentist ensures you get only the most appropriate teeth whitening system based on your lifestyle, desires, and oral health.

Lastly

It is normal for teeth to become discolored or stained, even with appropriate dental hygiene and care! However, many people are interested in brightening their smile by correcting the colour of their teeth. Professional teeth whitening treatments can come to their rescue. Consider giving yourself the gift of pearly white teeth this season with professional teeth whitening South East London from Mindful Dentist.

The Mindful Dentist

The Mindful Dentist is your one-stop go for all your dental needs. Be it teeth whitening South East London or an emergency situation. Their dental team of Kushel Morjaria Dentist and Chetan Morjaria are one of the best Emergency Dentist in South East London To learn more about the Mindful Dentist, just call 0208 771 7888 or email at info@mindfuldentist.london.

 Log on to www.mindfuldentist.london to get to know more!

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