Having yellow or discolored teeth may not necessarily mean that you are unhealthy, but it can lower your confidence and make you hesitant to show off your smile. If you are interested in improving your appearance, brightening your smile may be able to help. Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY, offers professional whitening that can help safely lift stains from your enamel. This helpful solution can be done at home or in our office.
What Causes Teeth To Yellow?
Over time, your pearly whites may begin to appear yellowish in color. This is a normal part of aging, but other factors may also contribute to this. Certain beverages you drink, such as coffee or tea, can contain a natural chemical called tannins that stains your teeth. If your enamel is worn down, the layer beneath (the dentin) can show, which has a darker tint. Enamel erosion may occur from habits such as grinding your teeth, which may happen if you have TMJ dysfunction, or consuming acidic foods and beverages. Overusing store-bought whitening products may also weaken the enamel because of the ingredients they contain.
Let A Professional Brighten Your Smile
There are many reasons you may want to whiten your teeth. If you have a special event coming up, would like to improve your confidence, or are frustrated with your pearly whites having a yellow tint, you may be tempted to do this at home with toothpaste or strips. However, these are made for the generic population and are not tailored to your needs. For a safer method with more productive results, you can have this done at your dentist’s office. We will apply the bleaching gel to your teeth and activate it with a light. In just about an hour, you will have a visible change in your appearance. This is great for patients who would like to see results in a short time frame.
A Convenient At Home Option
If you have more time, or prefer to do this on your own time, we can create a take-home set for you. You will wear the custom trays created for you and apply the bleaching agent every day. In just over a week, your smile will look more vibrant. To help maintain your results, you may want to reduce your consumption of beverages that can stain your teeth. Remember to also continue your daily oral hygiene routine, as this will keep your smile healthy and reduce stains.
For patients with deeper stains, alternative cosmetic treatments may be used instead. Cosmetic bonding can be used to disguise blemishes that cannot be removed with whitening. You can discuss your options with your dentist at your next checkup.
Talk To Our Team Today
If you are interested in a way to enhance your appearance, call Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY, at 307-672-7567 for a consultation.
