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What is Tooth Whitening?
Tooth
Whitening is actually a mild bleaching process that restores
stained or discolored teeth to
a healthy, natural color. Don't be misled by unproven and
ineffective over-the-counter whitening solutions. Our office
uses an advanced laser-activated procedure that is only available
from your dentist.
What Causes Tooth Discoloration?
Teeth
become discolored for different reasons:
- Frequently
drinking coffee, tea, or colas.
- Some
antibiotics may darken developing teeth in children.
- Aging
- The dentin underneath the enamel of a tooth gradually
darkens with age.
- Use
of tobacco products.
- Accidents
- If a tooth has been traumatized, sometimes the nerve will
gradually "die", and the tooth becomes dark.
- After
Root Canal Therapy or Pulp Therapy,
a tooth will generally darken.
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Is
Bleaching Safe?
Bleaching
is very safe. We use a product that has been proven safe when
used under the direction of a dentist.
Is
Bleaching For My Child?
Dr. Landes
will evaluate your child's teeth and smile to determine whether
bleaching is right for them. In some cases a different cosmetic
procedure may better meet your expectations, but bleaching
is a safe, fast and easy process that is effective for almost
everyone!
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Are
There Any Side-Effects?
Some
patients may experience heightened tooth sensitivity
to cold, or mild tooth or gum sensitivity during treatment,
but these symptoms are only temporary and disappear within
a few days.
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