We Can Help Brighten Your Teeth
We can help brighten teeth discolored by age, smoking, cigarettes, even medications. It's one of the easiest and best things you can do for your smile.
How would you feel if your smile was a bit brighter than it is right now? Whiter teeth not only look sensational, they build the kind of inner confidence that really gives a smile its electricity. And you might be surprised what simple, affordable cosmetic treatments can do just that.
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You may have seen TV advertising for toothpastes that whiten your teeth. Those results can’t match what we can do for you. Professional tooth whitening in the office of Dr. John effectively lightens brown and yellow enamel discoloration. The two ways are the in office laser whitening and the take home teeth whitening treatment.
Veneers are also very popular treatment option for tooth whitening. They are one of the most conservative restorations that can be done. This means that the amount of tooth structure that Dr. John must remove in order to do a veneer is very small. Generally, only 0.3 to 0.7 mm needs to be removed from the surface of your tooth. In some cases no tooth structure is removed. Dr. John can determine what is appropriate for you after examining your case.
The veneer is made and bonded to the tooth, incorporating the desired changes in shape and color. Since the veneer is so thin and there is no metal in it, the esthetic potential is very high. Veneers can be made of two different materials, either composite or porcelain.
Dr. John is a Sugar Land tooth whitening dentist who puts your dental needs first. For the whitest, brightest healthiest teeth, call Advanced Dentistry today.
Is tooth whitening right for you?
Advanced dental techniques now available at Advanced Dentistry can provide you with exciting, new options for enhancing your smile. Revolutionary methods are now available for bleaching teeth to make smiles sparkle!
Teeth bleaching or whitening lightens the color of teeth whether darkened from age, coffee, tea or tobacco. Its brightening effects can last up to five years after the treatment depending on your personal habits, such as smoking or drinking coffee or tea.
Bleaching has a higher than 90% success rate at Advanced Dentistry. Bleaching is tough on stains but gentle on your teeth! Results vary depending on several factors such as teeth stained from smoking; from taking certain medications such as tetracycline during tooth development; or from fluorosis, a condition occurring in the presence of too much fluoride.
Bleaching will not lighten fillings or artificial materials used in dental repair as for crowns, porcelain veneers, etc. Dr. John may discourage treatment if you have sensitive teeth, periodontal disease, teeth with worn enamel or if you're pregnant or breast-feeding.
Options for tooth whitening
Depending on the bleaching treatment selected, some are performed in the dental office using an in-office bleaching system such as laser bleaching. These methods lighten teeth instantly.
The more economically, dentist-supervised at-home bleaching, takes longer to achieve. Some bleaching systems, which bleach your teeth while you sleep, work in 10 to 14 days (or more accurately nights)! Others bleach your teeth from two to four hours a day requiring three to six weeks to complete.
Also it's important to know that certain types of stain respond better to different types of whitening materials. In such cases, your dentist may recommend one method over the other.
Steps to a brighter smile.
Dr. John will first examine your teeth and gums and discuss the procedure best suited to your individual needs. Any cavities or gum problems must be treated before bleaching can begin.
The in-office method generally takes one to two hours and results in an immediate noticeable change. Your teeth can be whitened
anywhere from 5 to 8 shades lighter, in a matter of 90 minutes.
For the at-home method, special molds will be made of your teeth at Advanced Dentistry, these are used to make custom-fitting flexible trays holding the bleaching gel comfortably in your mouth.
When you get your bleaching trays at Advanced Dentistry, you'll receive instructions about wearing them. These must be carefully followed. Only the materials provided by the dentist can be safely used.
After completing the treatment, your teeth will be checked by Dr. John to discuss the results.
Smile. Your teeth will radiate a bright new look!
How safe is tooth whitening?
Research over the last five years has proven bleaching to be both safe and effective. The American Dental Association's seal of approval has been given to a wide range of tooth whitening products.
Generally, the only side effect from treatment may be some sensitivity to hot and cold foods. If this occurs, sensitivity normally disappears within 48 hours.
Please don't hesitate to call Advanced Dentistry at (281) 494-5600 with any questions you may have about the benefits of tooth whitening or tooth bleaching for a whiter smile.