Ideally, you would like to have a dazzling, bright smile that lights up the room. But it is a fact of life that over time, your teeth can stain, and darken.
There are two types of stains: intrinsic and extrinsic. Intrinsic stains work from the inside out. Â They can come from things like too much fluoride in developing teeth, or through the use of some medications. Â Extrinsic stains, on the other hand, work from the outside and are caused by tobacco use, caffeinated drinks, dark-colored foods and other drinks, age, and poor oral hygiene.
There are plenty of products on the market that can whiten your teeth. There are strips, kits, and gels that claim to do the job, and there are kinds of toothpaste and mouthwashes that contain whitening agents. Â Your dentist can give you a safe and effective whitening treatment in his office. This treatment usually consists of the application of a peroxide gel that will break up the stains on your teeth and make them more difficult to see. In addition, your dentist can give you a kit to take home to keep your teeth looking bright. But keep in mind that these treatments only work on extrinsic stains. For intrinsic stains, you will need to talk to your dentist about using a crown, a veneer or a dental bond. Before you decide to whiten your teeth, you should see your dentist for an appointment and a consultation.
If the time has come to spruce up your smile, then, by all means, give us a call! You can talk to our dentist, Dr. Joseph Rajabi about the stains on your teeth and find out which procedure will work best for you. To make an appointment at New Age Dental in Riverside, California, call 951-360-0696 today.