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A white smile can boost confidence and leave your mouth feeling clean. Unfortunately, teeth stain over time due to a variety of factors. Professional teeth whitening can help remove deep stains on your teeth and restore your confidence once again. Here is what you should know about dental stain removal and whitening. 

Understanding Professional Teeth Whitening 

Why Do Teeth Stain?

There are many internal and external reasons why teeth stain. External staining is caused by lifestyle and dietary choices. For instance, drinking coffee regularly, eating food with dyes or staining spices, and smoking cigarettes all contribute to teeth staining. Internal staining comes from aging, damaged, or decayed teeth. Both types of staining can be managed with professional teeth whitening. 

How Does Professional Teeth Whitening Work?

teeth whiteningThis treatment is a multi-appointment procedure that uses a bleaching agent to remove surface-level and deep stains. During the first appointment, your dentist will take an impression of your teeth to create a custom mouthguard. During the next couple of appointments, they will use the mouthguard and a bleaching agent, likely hydrogen peroxide, to treat your teeth. Your gums and tongue will be protected with a rubber shield.

Is This Procedure Safe?

Professional teeth whitening is relatively safe, although there are a few common side effects. You may experience tooth sensitivity after treatment, irritation or discomfort in the gums, a sore throat, and white patches along the gums. These are all temporary and should go away after treatments are finished. If you experience any lasting symptoms of discomfort or irritation, you should visit your dentist immediately.

 

 

Why try complicated, over-the-counter teeth whitening solutions at home when you can have the procedure done safely and efficiently by a professional? Preventive Dental Services PC in Homer, AK, provide top-notch service with state-of-the-art technology and a welcoming atmosphere. Their dentists will help you achieve the smile you deserve through whitening, crowns, implants, and other cosmetic dentistry. To learn more about how they can help you achieve the perfect smile, call (907) 235-1286 or visit their website. 

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