As we age discolouration of the teeth & erosion of the enamel happens due to genetic makeup, lifestyle, smoking, the drinking of tea, coffee, red wine, foods & beverages with a high acidity level. Teeth whitening is a non-invasive, highly effective, quick & one of the most popular forms of cosmetic dentistry to correct a smile & make the teeth look whiter. Laser whitening treatment can lighten teeth providing resultls in less an hour, it removes stains & discolouration without removing any of the tooth surface.
Reasons for teeth whitening:
1 To increase self confidence & youthfulness
2 To improve aesthetic value
3 To improve a smile & the first impression this creates
How is the procedure performed?
lly they mouth is supported open whilst the gums are covered by a rubber dam then a jelly bleaching product (hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide) is painted onto the teeth and a UV laser is shone onto the teeth heating them which activates the chemical causing them to whiten. At the end of 20 minutes, the teeth are cleaned & the procedure is repeated once again. At the end of the procedure results are instant.
Occasionally a side effect of power whitening is “sensitive teeth” which may last from a couple of hours to a couple of days.
The final results of teeth whitening will depend on the severity of the stains, how deep the stains are, life style, dietry habits and vary from person to person. Results are less likely to last as long if you smoke, eat or drink products which can stain your teeth.
A white, brighter smile not only makes you look healthier & younger it also helps to boost self-esteem & build confidence, fee
