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Teeth Whitening

Shelby Township MI

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We often do not realize it, but the color of our tooth enamel is subjected to daily changes as it is exposed to multiple factors. Over time, stains, discoloration, and dark spots can develop. Teeth whitening is the cosmetic treatment designed to reverse this process and reveal your whiter, brighter smile. We are dedicated to helping you restore your naturally beautiful teeth utilizing the newest dental advancements of the industry.

What factors impact the appearance of Your Teeth?

Individual characteristics, your previous eating and oral hygiene habits, as well as the unavoidable passage of time are among the main contributors to overall dental health. These causes may be divided into three groups: extrinsic, intrinsic, and age-related.

To better understand what happens to your tooth enamel and avoid future mistakes, we highlight the most common causes of changes to the appearance of your teeth:

1. Sugary and acidic foods
Besides causing tooth decay and erosions, sugary and acidic foods react with your enamel that may lead to substantial teeth discoloration. On top of that, certain foods, especially highly processed with lots of additives, have stain-inducing qualities that you want to avoid. If you decide on a teeth whitening procedure, you might want to consider changing your eating habits. Otherwise, the treatment might be a waste of your money and time.

Tip: Healthy crunches, such as apples or carrots, produce a high salivary flow that acts as a natural cleanser and teeth whitener. Dark green vegetables provide a barrier for your teeth that prevents and reduces their stains.

2. Dark-colored drinks
Drinks, such as coffee and red wine, have an intense aroma, flavor, and, you guessed it, color. As with foods, consuming beverages with vivid dark colors may cause more harm than good.

3. Tobacco use
Although the majority of tobacco warnings concern your general health, your dental well-being is also highly affected by its use. The nicotine and tar within tobacco products will most likely cause yellow and stained teeth, along with other dental issues, such as gum disease.

4. Poor dental hygiene
Lack of proper oral hygiene is a culprit to healthy teeth and gums. Inadequate brushing, flossing, and rinsing may prevent the removal of plaque and stain-producing substances. As a result, you may notice visible teeth discoloration and other more severe problems associated with dental health.

5. Age
Your enamel accounts for the beautiful pearl-white color of your teeth. As we age, the protecting enamel wears off, exposing your dentin’s natural color. Although there is no way to stop the ruthless aging process, we can reverse its effects to some degree by applying expertise and knowledge of innovative techniques.

What Makes Us Different

Latest

Technology

Our digital x-rays and impressions are designed for our patients’ comfort.

Flexible

Financing

Dental care is affordable with our interest-free financing options.

Digital

Scans

Our digital scans eliminate unpleasant, goopy impression material while increasing accuracy.

Same-Day

Treatment

We respect your time, and we offer same-day crowns and other treatments.

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Records

Your records are safe at our digital, paperless and eco-friendly dental office.

Weekend

Appointments

Friday evening and Saturday appointments are available because we care about convenience.

6. Certain medications and illnesses
Several diseases are known to have an impact on the enamel, which may cause significant discoloration. Metabolic and inherited illnesses are among the leading factors contributing to poor dental health. Tooth discoloration can also be a side effect of certain treatments, such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy, affecting overall dentin condition. Extensive use of antibiotics in childhood, especially tetracycline and doxycycline, can also affect the appearance of your teeth in adulthood. Some mouthwashes can stain your teeth as well. Other medications that are known to discolor enamel include antihistamines, antipsychotics, and high blood pressure drugs.

7. Fluorosis
Too much fluoride intake during childhood may cause fluorosis, an enamel defect condition characterized by tooth discoloration.

Understanding what causes your tooth discoloration is essential, especially if you are seeking teeth whitening treatment. Spending time and money on teeth whitening procedure should be followed by adequate care to ensure the pearl-white effect will last longer.

What Can We Do For You?

At Smiles in Shelby, we are pleased to offer two different forms of teeth whitening in Royal Oak, Michigan: KöR Whitening and Zoom! Whitening. Both use specialized whitening gels that gently absorb into your tooth enamel to bleach away stains and discoloration. The KöR system works by restoring your teeth’s ability to absorb oxygen. Zoom! Whitening uses specialized laser light to activate the gel to produce results in as little as an hour.

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Smiles in Shelby, our seasoned dentist, will work closely together with you to determine what we can do to help you achieve all of your cosmetic dentistry goals. For a dazzling, more radiant smile, consider teeth whitening! We invite you to call our dental office today to schedule a consultation and learn more. Our team is excited to help rejuvenate your smile!

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