Teeth Whitening
Teeth Whitening
What’s the first thing you notice about any Hollywood actor? Is it the gorgeous hair, the beautiful eyes, the smooth skin, the amazing wardrobe? Or is it those pearly white teeth? But let’s be honest, those are rarely their natural teeth colour – the odds are there has probably been teeth whitening involved.
How Does Teeth Whitening Work
Our modern lifestyles and the natural aging process aren't particularly kind to teeth, and they will discolour and stain. But if you’re in a profession where the quality of your smile is important, then teeth whitening might be for you.
Having discoloured teeth can also affect your self-confidence. As teeth whitening involves bleaching the teeth, it can help you achieve a bright and white smile, improving your appearance and boosting your self-confidence!
Types of Teeth Whitening Options
Teeth Whitening Tray System
This is very popular. Here’s how it works:
- We take an impression of your upper and lower teeth and make a specially designed mouthpiece.
- At home, you fill this tray with the whitening gel provided, for two hours a day for two weeks. A close fit means the gel stays in good contact with your teeth.
- It’s not a once-off procedure – over time staining will occur – but with your tray, you can repeat the process whenever you feel you need a refresh.
In-Chair Teeth Whitening
We prefer the tray system to in-chair teeth whitening techniques because it allows the use of a more gentle, lower-concentrated whitening gel. Of course, the added advantage is you don’t have to pay again every time you want to refresh your smile.
Why Do Our Teeth Discolour?
1. Age
Our teeth discolour as we age. The family history and genetic factors contribute to the natural discolouration process of the teeth.
2. Food and Drink
Some food and drinks discolour the teeth, including drinks like cola, red wine, tea, coffee and foods containing pigments, such as chocolate and cherries. The bacteria in foods can stick to the teeth, causing the teeth to turn brown or yellow.
3. Enamel thinning
The layer of the teeth wears down and thins itself because of chewing. Enamel thinning exposes the yellow denting. That is why the teeth will look yellower.
4. Smoking
The tar from smoking can not only discolour the teeth. It can also damage the teeth.
5. Poor Dental Care
Poor dental care can lead to the buildup of plaque. A plaque is a clear and sticky bacterial buildup. The plaque hardens to become tartar, causing teeth discolouration. It can also cause gum diseases.
Who Should Avoid Teeth Whitening?
1. Pregnant or Breastfeeding:
Pregnant people can develop gingivitis because of an increase in hormones, so they need to avoid teeth whitening.
2. Sensitive Teeth:
If you have sensitive teeth, then do not brush your teeth with abrasive chemical agents or use high-concentration peroxide gels. It is unpleasant to use them if you have sensitive teeth.
3. Gum Disease or Shrinkage:
If you suffer from gum disease or shrinkage, do not use bleaching agents to whiten your teeth because they can increase the pain and irritation.
4. Cracks or Exposed Dentine:
If your dentin is exposed, the whitening agent can cause increased sensitivity because it stimulates the nerve tissues inside your tooth.
FAQ
Teething whitening is not a permanent solution, so you will have to repeat it regularly to keep your teeth white. The results will not last for a long time if you continue eating or drinking things that cause teeth discolouration.
For the best teeth whitening dental clinic in Perth contact Rockingham Dental Centre. Our team of dentists take pride in serving patients of all ages.
