Bleaching Teeth

Bleaching Teeth, more commonly known as ‘teeth whitening’, is becoming a regular procedure in general dentistry since we are becoming more aware of how we look and such option are readily accessible to all.

As a person ages, he/she experiences various changes in their teeth, particularly in their mineral structure, which is mirrored in their teeth’s color. Other important elements which affect the color of our teeth are particular foodstuffs, tobacco as well as pigments caused by oral bacteria. Also it is believed that certain antibiotic medications can stain and affect the teeth’s enamel.

We can find many teeth bleaching aids at our local pharmacy and these may include: bleaching strips, gels and pens, as well as natural bleaching products or laser bleaching. Most bleaching gels and strips can be used at home. They act as oxidizing agents which penetrates the teeth’s enamel and oxidizes the minute stain deposits which are trapped there. This procedure can improve and whiten the teeth’s color and the effect can last for various days, depending on the person’s lifestyle. For best long results, one must restrict him/herself from smoking or drinking dark liquids such as coffee, tea or red wine.

Laser bleaching is a dentistry procedure where light energy is used to accelerate the bleaching process. A translucent bleaching gel is applied to the teeth and with the addition of a laser light, this gel penetrated the teeth enamel and removes any dark stains there. This process offers a better result than the previously mentioned products and it can last for several months. A great advantage in using this method is that it is very effective and it usually only takes on visit to acquire the desired result.