How to Whiten Discolored Teeth with Cosmetic Dentistry
If you are unhappy with your smile due to stains, teeth
whitening is an effective option provided by our Virginia Beach dentist. It is
a smile enhancement treatment to remove discolorations you may have gained from
dark liquids such as red wine and coffee, as well as certain medications.
Cosmetic dental treatments can remove both intrinsic and extrinsic stains for
an attractive smile.
Intrinsic Strains and Methods of Removal
A white smile can be one of your best assets when making a
first impression with anyone. Teeth whitening through cosmetic dentistry does
not have to be an invasive treatment. There are noninvasive methods to brighten
your teeth. Once brushing and flossing no longer reduce the discoloration of
your smile, intrinsic stain removal methods are an option for those that lie on
the surface. Approaches such as whitening trays are a comfortable way to
enhance your smile.
Teeth Whitening Trays
Whitening trays are custom made by our dentist to fit the
contours of your teeth and can be used at home. An accessible and noninvasive
way to brighten your teeth, the trays are created by a lab with bleach gels.
The over-the-counter whitening strips are essentially the same, but contain
less bleaching power and require frequent
use to accomplish the shade you desire.
Extrinsic Stains and Methods of Removal
Discolorations that are under the enamel cannot be taken
care of through surface improvement methods such as whitening trays. These
types of stains can be caused by strain to the tooth or medication, turning
your teeth gray. Cosmetic dental treatments such as veneers or crowns, not only
give you bright white teeth but can also
make you smile aesthetically pleasing. Cosmetic solutions such as crowns or
veneers shape the teeth so they look and feel great.
Veneers
Dental veneers are custom fabricated to hide imperfections
such discoloration and injury to the tooth. This teeth enhancement option is created with porcelain that was specifically
shade matched to give you a seamless and natural smile. Veneers are placed over
the existing tooth’s surface to and re-contoured for a great fit and shape.
Crowns
Gray tones to your teeth may be a result of old metal
restorations. Exchanging your metal crowns with ones that were created with
shade matched porcelain will give you the protection your tooth needs while
allowing your teeth to appear as appealing as possible. Composite resin is ideal for fillings, no matter the size, and can
be a replacement option for those that contain amalgam.
Contact Wernick
Family Dentistry to schedule a consultation to bring you closer to a
brightened and whitened smile. We can discuss the whitening option that is best
for you!
