Do you have stained teeth? If so, you could feel uncomfortable with the appearance of your smile. To help brighten the smile, often by up to eight shades, we could offer a professional treatment option. In today’s blog, your Woodland Hills, CA, dentist talks about professional teeth whitening with trays and bleaching gel!

The Causes of Dental Discoloration

First, let’s look at how stains form on our teeth in the first place. Discoloration could be the result of consuming beverages with dark pigments, like coffee, soda, tea, and red wine. Foods high in sugar and starch could be a factor, as this encourages plaque buildup that makes stains more apparent. Smoking cigarettes and using other tobacco products will stain the teeth, as will improper brushing and flossing and infrequent visits for professional dental cleanings. When you come see our team, we will examine your smile to see which treatments will best brighten your smile.

Treatment from Home

We have an option you can use from home that is convenient and limits tooth sensitivity, while also providing dramatic results. When you come to the office, we will take detailed digital impressions to design and create a set of plastic trays custom-made for your smile. We send you home with these trays and syringes filled with a bleach solution. The trays will be filled with gel and then worn for about 30 to 45 minutes a day on average. The trays ensure the results are even across your teeth, and prevent the gel from being diluted. The total treatment time could take one to two weeks, and these could offer smiles up to eight shades brighter in some cases! The trays and any remaining gel are then yours to use as stains start to form in the coming months.

Keeping Teeth Bright

You can take actions to help your teeth stay brighter for longer periods. For example, drink plenty of water and cut back on drinks with dark pigments. In addition, reduce your consumption of items high in sugar and starch. You should brush twice a day and floss every evening, and see us every six months for a dental cleaning. If you have permanent teeth stains, the kind that form beneath the outer enamel, then our team could mask them with dental bonding, porcelain veneers, or a combination of the two.

If you have any questions about cosmetic dentistry, then contact our team today to learn more.

Talk to Your Woodland Hills, CA Dentist About Cosmetic Dentistry

We would like to help you brighten your smile by several shades. If you would like to learn more about our custom cosmetic treatment options, then contact your Woodland Hills, CA dentist, Dr. Naminik, by calling 818-347-5124.