What is teeth whitening?
Teeth whitening Geelong
Teeth whitening involves using a bleaching agent to lighten their colour. It is possible to make teeth look a few shades whiter, by removing the superficial stains. Teeth whitening Geelong is an optional procedure — it is very rarely a necessity.
Whitening products typically use peroxide or carbamide peroxide. Only registered dental practitioners can legally use the most concentrated — and thus most effective — whitening solutions.
The bleach penetrates through enamel (top layer of tooth) and into the dentine (inner part of tooth), which is slightly softer than the enamel. The bleach reacts with the coloured molecules that cause discolouration. The dentine then becomes lighter and the teeth look whiter.
Why do teeth discolour?
Most common reasons for needing teeth whitening, is staining from one or more of the following:
- tea
- coffee
- red wine
- soft drinks like Coke and Pepsi
- smoking
What is the best way to whiten teeth?
There is an abundance of whitening products on the market today. Take-home gels and toothpastes are the most common and sold in most supermarkets and pharmacies. There is also the option of getting trays from the dentist.
The quickest and most effective way is getting teeth whitening Geelong, however, is in a dental office. In chair whitening treatment uses the most concentrated solution available and only takes about 1 hour.
We proudly offer Pola Office+ to our patients, at Corio Central Dental. It has a built-in desensitiser and therefore ensures maximal patient comfort.
Is teeth whitening bad for teeth?
Cheap gels and toothpastes purchased online or from supermarkets can be abrasive. They have tiny particles which scratch away surface stains (like sandpaper). Yes, this can cause permanent damage to teeth and even sensitivity.
How much is tooth whitening?
Store bought products can be purchased for under $10 and in office treatments can be as much as $700. Corio Central Dental offers in office whitening for $495. We use a very strong gel which pulls out stains without and permanent damage to your tooth structure. If you need some assistance paying for tooth whitening treatment, we accept ZipMoney