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Teeth Whitening

With the many teeth whitening options available today, there is simply no excuse for faded and discolored teeth. A bright smile is important - it is one of the first things people notice and can play a large part in the confidence you exude. Whether you prefer a visit to the dental office or a do-it-yourself session at home, find out more about the methods to achieve a great smile.

Dental tooth whitening is the process of getting rid the stains on the surface of the teeth. An example of this is Zoom! Whitening which can allow you to have brighter teeth in about one hour and regarded as one of the best teeth whitening systems. Unlike other procedures, it only takes one visit to the dental office. For added convenience, Sonoma Smiles offers professional teeth whitening kits that you can use at home. Each kit comes with a mouth tray that are custom fitted by taking molds of your teeth. These trays are then filled with whitening gels that are formulated to increase the radiance of your smile slowly over a period of two weeks.

Another option for those who have severely stained teeth due to medication or other reasons is the deep bleaching. Bleaching is different from other methods in that it can whiten the teeth even more than its original color. The products that are used to perform this process contain safe levels of bleach such as hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. The deep bleaching method is by far the most effective way to permanently whiten your teeth.

The teeth are naturally white because of its enamel surface. This functions to protect the teeth from the chewing action and chemical reactions from food. As the years pass, the enamel unsurprisingly experiences wear and tear. As a result, the teeth become more transparent and yellowy. There are two basic kinds of staining: extrinsic and intrinsic.

Extrinsic stains are those caused by dark-colored food and drinks such as caffeine. It can also occur because of smoking. These stains appear on the surface of the teeth and can be reduced with frequent brushing or trips to the dentist. For stubborn stains, teeth bleaching or whitening can be the best option.

The other type of dental staining is called intrinsic because they form in the interior portion of the tooth. Aging, injury, and medication are the usual culprits of this occurrence. In the past, intrinsic stains were resistant to bleaching methods and often required the placement of porcelain veneers to cover the stains. The Deep Bleaching process can brighten even the intrinsically discolored teeth at a very small fraction of the cost of veneers.

Age, genetics, and diet can all play a part in how your white your teeth will be. But this does not mean that you have to tolerate the embarrassment of a less than perfect smile. Contact Sonoma Smiles to find out more about the best teeth whitening options for your situation.

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