I have always been an avid hockey player, and my love took a bad turn one day when I got struck in the mouth with the puck. It was a painful moment that left me with two teeth knocked out of my mouth. Had I taken the right steps after the accident, I could have possibly saved the teeth, but I did not know I had that option at the time. Thankfully, I worked up the courage to visit a dentist and ask what my options for teeth-replacement were. I was worried I would would have to live the rest of my life without smiling, but I was ecstatic to learn that I was the perfect candidate for dental implants. I created this blog to help others realize that there are so many options to replace missing teeth today that no one has to "just live with" an imperfect smile!
There are a lot of things that you should know about keeping your teeth white if you are going to be able to do so successfully. With a lot of different aspects to keeping your teeth white, you probably have many questions. You can learn about some of the most commonly asked questions in this article and read up on the answers to those questions.
Do everyone's teeth get stained or discolored?
Yes, no matter how much work you put in to avoiding staining and tooth discoloration, it will naturally occur as time goes on. However, the more effort you put into making sure you avoid foods and habits that can lead to staining and discoloration, the longer you can keep your teeth looking good.
Do over-the-counter whitening products really work?
The short answer is yes they do work. The long answer is that although they do work, these products can be confusing and time consuming for you to use. Also, they can take several weeks and even months before they produce results that are extreme enough for you to even notice. Also, no matter how careful you are with these products they can lead to tooth sensitivity, white spots on some of your teeth, and other issues.
Can everyone's teeth be whitened?
If a person's teeth are stained or discolored from foods, time or other natural occurrences then they should be able to be whitened. However, some people have discolored teeth for other reasons like thin enamel or genetics. In these cases, whiteners won't work to whiten teeth and other steps will need to be taken, such as having veneers put in.
What are some of the reasons why it's better to get your teeth whitened at the dentist's office?
Most dentist's offices have different methods of teeth whitening available. These can include treatments like bleaching and laser whitening. When you go to the dentist, they will give you an exam and determine which form of whitening treatment that they have to offer would work out the best for your teeth and your situation. They know exactly how to do the treatments and they can custom tailor the treatment so you get the absolute best results possible. Since their whiteners are professional grade, you can also reap the benefit of getting results in a much, much faster period of time than what you can expect with store bought ones.
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