Eating and drinking certain foods and beverages can cause your teeth to lose their whiteness over time. However, normal aging can also cause your teeth to become dull. Fortunately, we offer teeth whitening to treat your discolored teeth.
Causes of Tooth Discoloration
Besides the normal wear and tear that your teeth undergo, there are many causes of tooth discoloration, including:
- Certain foods and drinks: Excessive consumption of coffee, tea, and berries
- Tobacco containing products: Smoking cigarettes and chewing tobacco
- Poor dental hygiene: Inadequate brushing and flossing of your teeth
- Certain medications: Taking some medications can cause children’s teeth to become discolored
Teeth Whitening Near You
Many options are available for whitening your discolored teeth. The severity of your discoloration will determine which treatment our staff in Houston will recommend to you. Not only can treatment be performed in our office, but it can also be performed in the convenience of your home.
In-Office Teeth Whitening in Houston
At our office, we care about the safety of our patients and the effectiveness of your treatment. As a result, we recommend that your treatment is performed professionally in an office setting. The system that our office uses removes stains and can lighten your teeth by up to eight shades.
At-Home Teeth Whitening in Houston
Houston also offers at-home whitening systems in the form of kits that can be taken home. Dr. Arthur will make a mold of your teeth, and plastic custom trays will be made to fit over your upper and lower teeth. You will fill the trays with a whitening gel, place the trays over teeth, and wear the trays for about an hour.
If you’re interested in achieving a brighter smile, we encourage you to contact OASIS Modern Dentistry & Orthodontics in Houston and schedule a consultation with our dentist. Our team looks forward to helping you achieve the smile of your dreams.
FAQs
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic dental process that makes the color of your teeth light and removes stains or discoloration. It can be performed professionally at a dental office or with at-home kits.
Professional teeth whitening uses a peroxide-based bleaching agent, which is put or applied to the teeth by a dentist. A special light or laser may be used to enhance the results and speed up the process.
Absolutely, professional teeth whitening is safe when performed by a licensed dentist. Some temporary sensitivity or gum irritation may occur but typically goes away within a few days.
In-office teeth whitening usually takes about 60 to 90 minutes. At-home whitening kits provided by your dentist may take a few days to a couple of weeks to show results.
Teeth whitening results can remain in good condition from 6 months to 2 years, relying on factors like diet, oral hygiene, and tobacco use. Touch-ups can help maintain brightness.
Teeth whitening is most effective on original teeth. It does not work on crowns, veneers, or fillings. Deep internal stains may require other cosmetic treatments like veneers.
Some people may experience temporary sensitivity after whitening, especially to cold foods and drinks. Dentists often recommend desensitizing toothpaste before and after treatment.
Avoid dark-colored foods and beverages like coffee, tea, red wine, berries, and soy sauce for at least 48 hours after treatment to prevent staining.
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