What causes teeth stains to form on our smiles? For some, these could be due to factors that create plaque buildup, as these layers can make stains more visible. These factors could include a diet high on sugar and starch, as well as poor brushing and flossing habits. Consuming beverages with dark pigments could be a factor too, such as soda, red wine, tea, and coffee. Smoking and other tobacco products could discolor your teeth too. As part of your treatment, we will assess the cause of your teeth stains, so we can decide if our take-home teeth whitening kit is the best option for you!
Our team can also provide teeth whitening at home! This is a simple kit you can bring home with you and one that can brighten smiles by several shades. You first visit our office just long enough for us to create a set of custom plastic trays. We then send these trays home with you, accompanied by several plastic syringes of bleaching gel. You add gel to the trays and wear them for specific amounts of time each day, usually about an hour. After a week to ten days, teeth could be up to eight shades brighter! You then keep the trays and any leftover gel should you need touch-ups in the months to come.
You can also take time to help ensure your teeth stay bright, with results that can last . For example, try to avoid tobacco products, as they stain teeth (and increase your cancer risk). Limit your access to sugar and starch, as this creates plaque buildup that makes stains more visible. You should also drink more water, and consume fewer beverages with dark pigments and sugar, like sports drinks, energy drinks, soda, coffee, and sweet tea. Make time to see us every six months for a cleaning, and also be sure you brush and floss at home each day! These actions not only fight teeth stains, but cavities and gum disease too.
If you have any questions about how we help smiles shine with professional teeth whitening, then contact our team today to learn more and get started!
Our team wants to help remove unsightly discoloration with custom trays and gel. To find out more about our cosmetic treatment options, then call Elm Creek Dental in Maple Grove, MN, today at 763-416-0606.
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