Why Do Teeth Become Discoloured?
There are two different types of stains that occur: intrinsic stains occur when the dentin inside your teeth turns from white to yellow. This happens as you get older, and there isn’t much you can do to prevent it. Extrinsic stains develop on the outside of your teeth and are dependent on what you expose your mouth to. If you drink lots of coffee and red wine or you smoke, it will be apparent on your teeth surfaces.
Over the course of a lifetime, the combined effects of extrinsic and intrinsic stains can leave you with a smile you might not want to show to others.
Why A Store-bought Whitening Treatment Won’t Be Effective?
There is a wide range of whitening strips, whitening kits and gels available, some of which can be purchased from pharmacies. The truth is that many of these products contain abrasive substances that can actually do more harm to your teeth than good. Home remedies like baking soda, lemon juice, charcoal and vinegar can damage your tooth enamel and do nothing to brighten your smile.
The other important consideration when choosing a whitening treatment is that it is legislated that only dentists and medical professionals can distribute a whitening treatment that contains more than 6% hydrogen peroxide. This is significant because anything less than that is hardly likely to bleach your teeth to a shade you feel confident in showing.
How In Chair Laser Teeth Whitening Works?
This is essential to get to the dentin of the teeth, and lift intrinsic stains out.
If an in-chair teeth whitening procedure doesn’t interest you, zoom teeth whitening products are also available in take-home form, so you can whiten your teeth in the safety of your own home.
When the in chair laser whitening treatment comes into contact with the surface of your teeth, it penetrates the enamel, lifting out the stained molecules and breaking them up.
Understanding The In-chair Teeth Whitening Procedure
Having your teeth whitened in your dentist’s chair is the safest, most reliable approach because your dentist can use the highest concentration bleach to achieve your whitening goals faster. For many patients this usually translates into just one whitening session which can be 45 to 60 minutes. This makes in-chair whitening ideal for patients who have special occasions they want to attend. In Chair Laser teeth whitening can lighten your teeth by up to eight shades.
First, you will have a consultation and discuss any concerns you might have about your whitening treatment. Then your dentist will ensure your soft tissues are protected, before painting a thin layer of whitening gel onto the surfaces of your teeth. He or she will shine a light onto the teeth to activate the whitening gel and speed up the whitening treatment. Using the light gives your dentist a chance to give more stained or discoloured teeth a longer treatment time.
The whitening gel will be left on for 10 to 15 minutes before being rinsed off for another application. Most patients find it quick and easy enough to return to work afterwards.
The Pre-whitening Check Up
Whether you have the in-chair or take home whitening you will need a pre-whitening consultation and professional clean. Your dentist must assess the condition of your teeth and gums to ensure you are a suitable candidate for whitening and that you are free of gum disease and dental decay. Your dentist also needs to remove all traces of plaque and tartar from your teeth to ensure an even whitening result.
To find out more about the benefits of in chair laser teeth whitening, please get in touch:
Phone: (02) 9158 6213
Pyrmont NSW 2009
Phone: (02) 9158 6756
Illawong, NSW 2234
Phone: (02) 9159 6083
Sylvania Waters NSW 2224
