Teeth whitening (or bleaching) is a simple, non-invasive dental treatment used to change the color of natural tooth enamel and it is a popular way to enhance the beauty of your smile. Our team of doctors at Boston Center for Oral Health are experts in restorative and cosmetic dental techniques including professional teeth whitening.
As teeth whiteness has grown as a common aesthetic concern among patients, so too have the number and types of available treatment options. Since teeth whitening only works on natural tooth enamel, it is important to evaluate replacement of any old fillings, crowns, and other old restorations in conjunction with whitening. Replacement of old restorations should be done after teeth bleaching so that color is uniform with the newly whitened teeth.
Teeth whitening is not permanent. A touch-up may be needed every several years to maintain desired results, and it may be necessary more often if you smoke or regularly drink coffee, tea or wine — all of which can stain the teeth.
Common reasons for teeth whitening:
- Fluorosis (excessive fluoridation during tooth development)
- Normal wear of outer tooth layer
- Stained teeth due to medications (e.g. tetracycline)
- Yellow or brown stained teeth
What whitening treatments do you offer?
Our team at Boston Center for Oral Health offers:
- Zoom! laser teeth whitening
- At-home whitening system