Are you self-conscious about your stained teeth? Continue reading to learn how a smile makeover can address tooth stains and discoloration. The color of teeth may be affected by age, weakened enamel, heredity, and daily behaviors.

Smile makeover options for discolored or stained teeth

The enamel on the teeth gets permeable as people get older. This impact is amplified when the teeth are neglected. Regular brushing and flossing may help keep teeth clean and stain-free, but discoloration can still occur regardless of dedication to one's oral care routine.

Smoking and drinking alcohol are habits that may leave a significant stain on the enamel. Teeth may also discolor as a result of taking some medications. Coffee, tea, and even darkly colored berries have been shown to hasten the yellowing process.

When everyday brushing and flossing, as well as regular professional dental cleanings, are not effective to maintain the whiteness of teeth, there are multiple smile makeover procedures available to consider:

Teeth whitening

Professional teeth whitening procedures are one of the most effective methods to get a brighter smile. Note that whitening procedures will only work on natural teeth; patients with crowns or veneers on their teeth will not get whiter teeth by teeth whitening procedures.

One of the more affordable and most effective cosmetic dental procedures is teeth whitening. In-office whitening procedures typically include applying a whitening agent (usually a gel substance) directly to the surface of teeth. A transparent, custom-made plastic tray is sometimes utilized to ensure that the appropriate quantity of bleaching agent reaches the teeth.

Although at-home whitening procedures are less costly, they do not provide the same results as professional whitening treatments. Furthermore, the results of in-office whitening procedures may last up to a year, while at-home whitening fades considerably faster. A professional whitening treatment takes approximately one to two hours in a single dental appointment. Patients may maintain their teeth whiteness for longer after a whitening procedure by avoiding stain-causing items.

Veneers

Veneers are thin porcelain shells that are made to fit each patient's teeth snugly. Veneers are glued to the front of teeth. These shells may be used to conceal other flaws in the smile for a complete smile makeover since they cover the whole front of the tooth.

Veneers are frequently a suitable option for deeply discolored or grey teeth and do not react to whitening.

Crowns

A crown is a tooth-shaped cap used to restore the form, stability, and color of a prepared tooth. A crown can work if one or more tooth stands out from the rest of the smile owing to their darker hue. Most crowns are composed of porcelain, a stain-resistant, long-lasting material that closely resembles a natural tooth.

Considering a smile makeover?

If you are contemplating a smile makeover, there are numerous cosmetic dentistry treatments available to help you achieve your dental objectives. Book an appointment with our dental office today to get started.

Request an appointment here: https://brookemcloningerdds.com or call Brooke M. Cloninger, D.D.S. at (509) 319-2152 for an appointment in our Spokane office.

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