If you have dental discoloration, you may be embarrassed about your smile. Instead of trying strips and toothpastes from the store, why not see a professional? In today’s blog, Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA, talks about how we remove stains and brighten smiles with professional teeth whitening.
The Factors Behind Dental Discoloration
What causes unsightly teeth stains to form on the surfaces of our smiles? For some, this could be due to factors that create plaque and tartar buildup, as these layers make discoloration more visible. These underlying factors could include poor brushing and flossing habits, infrequent visits for cleanings, and also a diet high in sugar and starch. What we drink also impacts discoloration, as options like soda, tea, red wine, and coffee could discolor your teeth. Tobacco use is another factor! Understanding the causes of discoloration means taking steps to help protect your smile and ensure a more attractive smile.
Professional Teeth Whitening
But what about the stains that have already formed on your smile? To remove them, we can offer professional teeth whitening. At the store, you can buy toothpastes that whiten or even pick up strips. While effective, these can also be a source of sensitivity in the teeth and the results could be minor and short-lived. With a professional option, we could brighten your teeth by several shades, and the results could last for far longer. We can also discuss options to help keep your smile brighter for longer.
Masking Stains with Bonding
Professional teeth whitening is a great way to take on most surface stains. But there are also types that are intrinsic, meaning they form beneath the outer enamel, and could be more difficult to remove with traditional teeth whitening methods. These could be caused by factors like injuries to the teeth, fluorosis, or the use of certain medications at a young age, for example. But with dental bonding, we can use the same lifelike material that makes up our fillings to coat the teeth and mask these stains, brightening your smile instantly. We will shade the material to ensure a lifelike appearance too. The same material can also repair minor damage, correct misshapen teeth, and even fill gaps between the teeth too!
If you have any questions about how we tackle discoloration with professional teeth whitening, or about how we reshape smiles and more with dental bonding, then reach out to our team today to learn more and start your treatment journey! You deserve a smile that shines, and we are ready to help make it happen.
Dental Impressions Offer Brighter Smiles
We want to help remove discoloration from your smile and help your teeth shine. To schedule an appointment for an esthetic treatment, then call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
