What causes discoloration of teeth?

 

Discoloration of teeth can occur due to several reasons. The most common reasons causing discoloration are:

·         Ageing

·         Wear of teeth due to grinding

·         Poor oral hygiene

·         Ingestion of coloured foods and drinks such as coffee, tea, colas, red wine etc.

·         Tobacco use

·         Tetracycline medication

·         Consumption of certain antibiotics

·         Excessive fluoride ingestion

How is teeth whitening performed?

Procedure

Your gums are carefully protected with a special covering. The whitening solution is applied to the teeth and activated with a special light in the dental clinic. Alternatively, a whitening gel is provided to you to be used with a custom-made tray at home.


 

Is whitening safe?

Yes. Many clinical studies and extensive research have proved that under the supervision of a dentist, teeth whitening are safe. Many dentists consider teeth whitening to be one of the safest cosmetic dental procedures available. The whitening agent helps remove internal stains in your teeth and restore the color back to their original shade. So if you have noticed your teeth discolour over time, you are likely to have great results after whitening them.

Teeth whitening are not recommended for children under 13 years and pregnant or lactating women.

For how long do the results stay?

Certain simple post whitening care instructions need to be followed which will be explained to you by our team of dentists. We recommend avoiding coloured liquids and tobacco for a few days after whitening for about a week after the procedure, to maximize the effect of the teeth whitening.  Alternatively, coloured liquids can be swallowed with a straw so that it does not contact the front surface of the teeth. We also recommend flossing and brushing twice daily to keep your teeth in a good and healthy condition. Depending on your lifestyle, you may need to whiten your teeth periodically.

 

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