Does your smile look duller or darker than it used to? Teeth tend to get discolored over time due to thinning enamel and foods and drinks that stain. But the worse the discoloration gets, the less effective over-the-counter products will be. If you want a brighter smile, a professional whitening treatment could be just what you need.
Three Signs It’s Time for Professional Teeth Whitening
You’ve Had No Luck with Store-Bought Products
Over-the-counter products usually only work on surface stains. If you’ve tried whitening toothpaste or store-bought whitening kits and you aren’t getting the results you want, the stains are likely too deep. Professional whitening can give your smile a more dramatic makeover.
You’re Hiding Your Smile
Do you find yourself covering your mouth when you laugh or pressing your lips together when you smile for photos? Professional whitening offers long-lasting results that can boost your self-esteem and make you feel proud of your smile. And when you feel good about your smile, you’ll find yourself smiling more often.
You Have a Major Event Coming Up
Whether you’re going to be in a wedding, have an important job interview scheduled, or you’re planning a reunion with friends, an upcoming event is the perfect excuse to schedule a whitening treatment. Professional whitening takes effect immediately and your new smile will have you feeling confident and ready to show it off.
Will Professional Teeth Whitening Work for Everyone?
Unfortunately, even professional whitening treatments can’t get rid of extensive staining. Whitening might not be right for you if you have had a lot of dental work, if your teeth are too sensitive, or if the stains go really deep.
Whitening treatments can sometimes make problems like sensitive teeth worse. If you have a lot of restorations, you have to remember that whitening only works on natural tooth enamel. Because crowns and fillings cannot be whitened, they would have to be replaced to match a lighter shade. And if your teeth look discolored because of thinning enamel, porcelain veneers may be a better option.
Interested in Cosmetic Treatments? Make an Appointment Today!
We want to help everyone feel confident with a brilliant, healthy smile. At Country Club Dental, we offer Sinsational Smile®, which combines in-office and at-home whitening treatments for longer-lasting results.
If you’d like to perfect your smile with cosmetic treatments like whitening or veneers, contact us to schedule a consultation.
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Dr. Paul Whitney opened his dental practice in April 1987 in Flagstaff, Arizona, and has resided there for over 26 years. Having received his B.S. in Zoology from the University of Massachusetts in 1979 and his D.D.S. from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, in 1983, Paul has years of education and experience in a variety of fields.
