TEETH WHITENING

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Teeth whitening is the process of removing stains and discolouration from teeth and improving their colour through a bleaching process to make them look “whiter”. For heavily stained teeth a significant improvement in their appearance can be achieved following a procedure as simple as a scale and polish.

The most common reasons for teeth to get yellow or stained are aging, tobacco, tea and coffee. All of these can stain the surface of the teeth.

It is also possible to have stains that are inside the tooth. These are called intrinsic stains. For example, intrinsic stains can be caused by exposure to too much fluoride as a child while teeth are developing. Other causes include tetracycline antibiotics. They can stain a child's teeth if taken by a mother during the second half of pregnancy or by a child who is 8 years old or younger. Teeth are still developing during these years.

Teeth whitening is most effective on surface stains caused by age, foods or drinks.

In-Surgery laser teeth whitening
For the best results Kilmore Dental & Specialist Centre offers a combination of in-surgery immediate teeth whitening and professional take-home tooth whitening kits with custom made trays. Both procedures are based on a bleaching process which uses a peroxide based compound which varies in strength (3-30% peroxide). The higher the concentration of peroxide in the compound the more powerful the bleaching compound is.

Take Home Teeth Whitening Kits
The take home whitening kits provide more permanent results over a longer time scale whereas in surgery whitening offers immediate results. A combination of the two provides the perfect solution to both immediate and long-term whitening.

How much whiter will my teeth look?
This varies from individual to individual and also the type of whitening system used. Some people respond very well to teeth whitening and have dramatic whitening results whereas others may notice very little difference at all. Your dentist will be able to advise you on the likely results expected with your teeth.

Does it hurt? What are the side effects of Teeth whitening?
Some people experience no pain or sensitivity with their teeth. However, the majority of people will experience some kind on sensitivity either during and / or after the initial treatment. At Kilmore Dental & Specialist Centre we minimise the sensitivity and maximise the results by activating the special gel used with ozone gas and providing you with tooth moose to protect your teeth and reduce sensitivity.
 
Whitening procedures should not be done if you are pregnant. The effect of the whitening materials on the development of the foetus is not known. Since the procedure is cosmetic, it should be postponed until after delivery.

If you feel your teeth would benefit from whitening please contact us to discuss the procedure.

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