teeth whitening new westminster What is teeth whitening?

Teeth whitening in New Westminster is a procedure used to lighten the color of discoloured teeth and eliminate stains that leave behind much whiter teeth than toothpaste alone could achieve.  A peroxide-based bleaching product is commonly used by teeth whitening experts as it helps to achieve the whiter teeth that all of us desire. The at home system contains between 3 and 20% peroxide, which are carbamide or hydrogen peroxides, while the in office system contains between 15 and 43% peroxide. 

Typically, the stronger the whitening solution and the length of time it is kept on the teeth the whiter the teeth become. Keeping the solution on for too long will boost tooth sensitivity while also dehydrating the teeth. Bleaching does not have the capacity to whiten porcelain crowns or tooth-coloured composite bondings.

What is tooth discolouration?

Your teeth are discoloured when they are stained or darkened. It could affect a complete tooth or appear as lines or spots on a tooth’s surface. Tooth discolouration comes in two types, which are: 

  • intrinsic or internal, which is discoloration that occurs inside a tooth and is caused by aging, tooth injury, a few health conditions, and some types of medications;
  • extrinsic or external, which is discoloration that occurs when products such as poor dental hygiene, food, drinks, or tobacco causes staining on the tooth’s surface. 

Whitening versus bleaching

The terms “whitening” and “bleaching” do not always mean exactly the same thing. Teeth whitening may take place with either a bleaching or non-bleaching product. Bleaching is a type of whitening that involves the use of bleach, which contains peroxide. It has the strength to clean both surfaces and deep stains, and it may even whiten teeth more than their natural shade. 

The process of in-office teeth whitening

Teeth whitening in New Westminster, performed by your dentist, may make your teeth brighter and faster. Any bleaching solution used is usually far stronger than that any of the at-home kits that are often available at a drug store. A dentist may use heat, light or a combination of both of them to accelerate and intensify the process of teeth whitening. The most impressive results are when the teeth appear 3 to 8 shades brighter. This usually requires several 30 to 60 minutes of in-office visits. Some dentists may use techniques that can be delivered in a single 2 hour appointment such as the Zoom system. 

FAQs

1. How is at-home teeth whitening applied?

You are given tooth whitening strips and gels, which you can apply directly to your teeth twice a day for 10 to 14 days using a small brush or you can buy a tray-based tooth bleaching system which contains a mouth guard tray with a peroxide-based bleaching gel or paste that is positioned over the teeth for one to a few hours every 24 hours for up to a month.

2. How much lighter are teeth when at-home whitening is applied?

   You can expect your teeth to be lightened by one or two shades. 

3. How long does at home whitening treatment last?

It can last 4 months and sometimes more.

4. What is the difference between at-home whitening and in-office whitening?

    The main difference is the process used by your teeth whitening New Westminster dentist is far faster and lasts longer than any whitening process you can use at home.

5. Who are the best candidates for in-office teeth whitening?

  • teenagers under 16;
  • pregnant women;
  • patients who suffer tooth sensitivity;
  • patients who have an allergy towards teeth-whitening material;
  • patients who already have dental restorations in place, such as filings and dental crowns.

You can expect the dentists who specialize in teeth whitening in New Westminster to make the best choices about any procedure that helps to improve the quality of your smile.

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