FAQs about teeth whitening answered by our team
When you look at your teeth in the mirror, are you fed up with them having a yellow tint? Are you eager to have them whitened but want to know a bit more about what is involved before booking an appointment?
At The Dental Retreat, we can offer teeth whitening Macleod to our adult patients and are always happy to work with you to get your teeth to the whiteness and brightness that you want when you smile.
In the following article, our team answers questions that we receive from our patients about teeth whitening Macleod, so you can learn more about this always-popular dental procedure.
Does dental whitening damage teeth?
If it is done incorrectly, then yes, dental whitening can damage teeth.
But when you come to us for teeth whitening Macleod, our team will assess which kind of whitening is right for you and ensure to apply it carefully, so no issues will occur with your teeth or the surrounding gums.
What is the best way to whiten teeth?
This depends on the cause of the staining; if your teeth are discoloured due to diet, smoking or other environmental factors, then we will likely choose bleach-based methods to remove the stains from the surface of your teeth.
If the staining is due to medical issues, such as early exposure to certain medications, then our team may decide to use abrasion-based whitening options.
Can anyone have their teeth whitened?
To be suitable for dental whitening, first and foremost, you need to be aged 18 years or older. You will need to pass a general checkup and have no signs of gum disease or tooth decay. If you have either of these, the issue will need to be treated.
If you have had a root canal in the last 2 months, our team will advise against having dental whitening, as the tooth is still healing.
But, assuming that there are no issues with your teeth or gums and you are over 18, you will likely be given the green light to undertake this treatment from our team.
Is it expensive?
Dental whitening is one of the more affordable kinds of cosmetic treatment that our team can offer.
But depending on the level of staining that you have, alongside other potential issues such as tooth decay, which will need to be remedied, having your teeth whitened costs more than the average.
To mitigate this, our team at The Dental Retreat is happy to offer your financing options, if you are suitable.
How long do the results last?
When it comes to looking at how long the results of dental whitening will last, considerations such as lifestyle and oral hygiene have to be explored.
For instance, if you have your teeth whitened but smoke cigarettes, it is unlikely that the results will last more than a few months. However, if you engage with the at-home whitening top-ups that our team can offer you, it is more likely that the results will last for much longer.
On average, dental whitening can create results that will last anywhere from 3 to 18 months.
DISCLAIMER
All treatment carries risks. Individual consultation is required with one of our practitioners to ensure that the treatment is right for you.