It is important that you brush your teeth at least twice a day, floss between your teeth, and use a suitable mouthwash to keep your teeth clean and healthy. Maintaining a good dental hygiene routine also keeps your teeth free of stains. Stains can build up on the surface of your teeth very quickly. There are different types of stains, some which can be removed by good dental hygiene and visiting the dentist on a regular basis, and others which are permanent and may last for the whole of your life. Depending on the type of stains that you are affected with, your dentist will be able to put together an individually tailored treatment plan for you. All types of stains are either removable or disguisable. Your dentist will decide which type of stains are troubling your teeth and decide on the type of treatment that you need.
Teeth whitening Macleod
If your teeth have become yellow or stained, then you need to speak to your dentist and find out about safe and effective teeth whitening Macleod. Maybe you have a special occasion coming up, or you are simply embarrassed by the colour of your teeth; teeth whitening Mcloyd is an excellent solution for you. Although there are hundreds of teeth whitening products at the supermarket, they may not always be suitable for you and they are not as effective as having your teeth whitened by the dentist. You need to speak to your dentist and find out about tailored teeth whitening Macleod for you.
What are extrinsic stains?
Teeth whitening Macleod can be used for extrinsic strains. As mentioned, there are different types of stains and extrinsic stains are ones which occur as a result of the food and drink that you consume, lifestyle choices, such as smoking, excessive drinking, chewing tobacco, and also poor dental hygiene and avoiding the dentist. Stain molecules buildup on the surface of your teeth and cover up the white enamel underneath. Your teeth then appear yellow and dull. Plaque and tartar also make your teeth look yellow and unpleasant. You need to visit the dentist at least once every six months for a regular check up and also your hygienist for a professional clean to remove plaque and tartar from your mouth and remove superficial stains at the same time. If stain molecules have built up over a long period of time, then they may not be removable as easily. This is when you need teeth whitening Macleod.
At home or at the dentist?
Teeth whitening Macleod can be carried out by your dentist, or it can be carried out in the comfort of your own home. At the dental practice teeth whitening can be done in a 90 minute session. For patients with very stubborn stains you may need two sessions. However most of the time one session is sufficient. Your gums and lips are protected with a mouth guard and a bleaching agent consisting of hydrogen peroxide is applied directly onto the surface of your teeth. This is activated using UV light so that the hydrogen peroxide can quickly break down stain molecules into small molecules which are easy to remove from the surface of your teeth. The smaller stain molecules can then be brushed away or rinsed away from your teeth to reveal the white enamel underneath.
For a more gentle treatment process, your dentist can prescribe a home treatment kit. Home treatment kits use carbamide peroxide to break down stain molecules on the surface of your teeth. Both are effective methods, the difference is that home treatment kits whiten your teeth over 2 to 3 weeks.
Teeth whitening is suitable for patients who have healthy teeth and gums. If you are affected by cavities, tooth decay or gum disease then you may need general dental treatment beforehand. Teeth whitening can intensify sensitivity if this is a problem for you, and it may not be suitable until your sensitivity has been addressed. Teeth whitening can also affect patients with gum disease. It can cause irritation and end up damaging your teeth. This is why it is very important that teeth whitening is carried out after the dentist has examined your teeth and gums, carried out checks for any signs of tooth decay or gum disease and decided that it is safer for you to whiten your teeth. Your dentist will also make sure that the type of staining that is affecting your teeth can be treated by teeth whitening. If you have intrinsic stains, then teeth whitening is not suitable for you, rather you will need a different type of cosmetic treatment, for example, composite bonding or veneers. If so, the Dentist will put together a cosmetic treatment plan for you.
Disclaimer
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
