Guide to teeth whitening Sheffield from Dee Kay dental
Most dental patients have the same concern; that their teeth simply aren’t white enough.
This became more prevalent when Hollywood stars began getting their teeth bleached and the use of veneers and bonding became more popular. But, if it helps our patients feel better about their teeth, then we are all for it!
At Dee Kay Dental, we can help you get the whitest smile you want with the use of our teeth whitening Sheffield. We will always aim to whiten your teeth as quickly and safely as possible to help you start showing them off when you want to. Great!
But how do we do this, and what is involved in teeth whitening Sheffield when you come to Dee Kay Dental? Read on for our short guide.
Why do teeth change colour?
There are many reasons why a person’s teeth may change colour, prompting them to seek teeth whitening Sheffield.
The first is environmental. Many people consume foods and drinks that are high in tannins. Think of cups of black coffee and red wine; very tasty, but they can cause your teeth to turn yellow or even brown over time.
Next is smoking. Nicotine is yellow, and when it comes into contact with teeth via cigarette smoke, it turns them yellow.
Luckily, all of these can be relieved with a simple whitening session with our team.
Types of whitening
Our team will need to assess the kind of staining that you have.
In most cases, the stains are due to external factors, such as diet and lifestyle. In other cases, the yellowing and discolouration of teeth are simply due to genetics, or even medications consumed early in life.
When it comes to external factors, we will use bleaches to whiten your teeth. When the staining is linked to genetics or medication, we will use abrasion methods.
Preventing sensitivity
Many people worry that having their teeth whitened will cause them to feel sore afterwards.
Our team will aim to reduce this likelihood with a gradual whitening process, which can take up to two weeks of applying gels and bleaches.
However, we also always use whitening gels and bleaches that have built-in anti-sensitivity agents to reduce the dehydration of the teeth.
Follow-ups
Our team will aim to keep your teeth as white as possible for as long as possible; this means that we will often provide you with top-up gels to use at home to keep stains at bay.
But, if you notice that the sheen is fading, we can whiten your teeth professionally at least twice a year.
Contraindications
Yes, there can even be problems with having your teeth professionally whitened, but they are not too intense!
If you have had a root canal performed within the last three months, we will advise you to wait a few more weeks before whitening your teeth, as a tooth that has had a root canal will be more sensitive.
If you have had white fillings fitted, we will need to keep your whitened teeth within the shade range of the filling to prevent any unusual patterns from occurring.