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Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening, or dental bleaching, is a favored aesthetic dental technique employed to enhance the whiteness of tooth enamel. Discoloration of tooth pigmentation can occur due to various factors, including tea, coffee, red wine consumption, natural aging, tobacco use, and certain medications. Thankfully, teeth whitening treatments can effectively minimize these stains, enhancing your smile’s aesthetic appeal.

This process typically involves applying a peroxide gel, administered using a customized mouth guard tray to ensure optimal contact with the tooth surface.

Several options are available for teeth whitening, ranging from at-home kits to professional treatments carried out at the dental office. Our clinic provides a range of solutions, and your dentist can advise the best course of action tailored to the degree and characteristics of your tooth discoloration. For instance, individuals with deeply stained teeth caused by factors like coffee consumption or tetracycline medication are likely to be advised to undergo an in-office treatment.

Teeth whitening offers many benefits, including long-lasting results, expedited treatment, proven safety and efficacy, professional administration, and minimal sensitivity.

In-office whitening, specifically tailored for individuals with tetracycline medication-induced staining, typically involves a deep bleaching process supervised by the dentist. Before applying the whitening gel, a protective cream is used to safeguard the gums and other soft tissues. A laser may accelerate the whitening process, though multiple dental visits may be required to complete the treatment.

Alternatively, your dentist may recommend an at-home teeth whitening kit, depending on your desired outcome. This option involves approximately 10-15 treatments and is generally more cost-effective than in-office bleaching. The kit includes a 10% carbamide peroxide solution and a customized mouthguard to maintain consistent contact with the tooth enamel.

Once you’ve achieved your desired results, periodic touch-up treatments, typically once or twice a year, can help preserve your dazzling smile.

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102 – 5160 Dublin Way,
Nanaimo, BC V9T 0H2

102 – 5160 Dublin Way,
Nanaimo, BC V9T 0H2

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