During this time of year, you may be taking photos for your holiday cards or pictures when you visit your long-distance family members. Does your smile feel picture-ready? If you feel less than confident in the appearance of your pearly whites, we may have treatments that can help you. Your team at Rodem Tree Dental in Rowlett, TX, has professional teeth whitening treatments and other cosmetic services that can help boost your confidence and improve your appearance.
How Our Teeth Get Stained
Our teeth can become discolored due to extrinsic and intrinsic factors. When we drink dark-colored beverages or eat certain foods, the natural tannins in them may cause our pearly whites to turn a bit yellow. In other cases, injuries to your teeth, aging, and genetic factors can lead to our teeth becoming discolored over time. Although this is a natural process, it can cause you to feel self-conscious in your appearance.
Whiten In Office Or At Home
We have two options that can help you remove stains from the surface of your teeth. One option is in-office, where we will add the bleaching agent and activate it with a special light. This helps rapidly remove the stains and can be completed in about one hour. An in office treatment may be a great option if you have a special event coming up soon, such as family photos or a wedding. If you have more time from now until your event, we also offer an at home teeth whitening kit. Instead of purchasing a generic whitening kit from the store, we will send you home with custom trays and a safe bleaching agent. You will wear these every day to help lift the stains from your teeth. Remember to continue a regular oral hygiene routine while you do this! After about 10 days, you can see a vibrant change in your smile.
Exploring Alternative Options
In some cases, the stains on your teeth may be below your enamel. This type of discoloration is caused by intrinsic factors and unfortunately cannot be removed with these bleaching treatments. Instead, we can use other treatments to conceal blemishes and other small imperfections throughout your smile. Options like cosmetic bonding or porcelain veneers are two great options to achieve a more balanced look. Bonding involves adding composite resin to your teeth to hide blemishes and stains, and veneers use porcelain shells to cover the front of your natural dental structures. You can discuss these options with your dentist to determine which one may best suit your needs.
Schedule An Appointment With Our Team
Are you ready to feel confident in your smile? Call Rodem Tree Dental in Rowlett, TX, today at 972-475-2321 to schedule your appointment for a cosmetic treatment.