From Dingy to Dazzling

A bold, white smile conveys confidence, youth, and vitality. While most people have white teeth as children, over time, the foods we consume, as well as how we brush our teeth and natural aging, can tarnish tooth enamel. Regular daily brushing and flossing, even with whitening toothpaste, may not help. To brighten your smile, talk with Dr. Allen about professional teeth whitening.

The Opalescence Whitening System

Over-the-counter whitening isn't as potent as the take-home whitening system Dr. Allen administers. You may have also heard about in-office, one-visit teeth whitening. Dr. Allen has found the quick-whitening procedures to dry out teeth and produce short-term results. They are also known to cause tooth sensitivity. After researching professional whitening systems, Dr. Allen has found that home whitening with custom mouth trays and potent bleaching gel is the most effective and least invasive option. Another benefit is, with home whitening, you can reuse your trays indefinitely, which means you can freshen up your smile whenever you like. Professional teeth whitening at home takes about two weeks of one-to-two hour nightly treatments for optimal results.

Permanent Stains

Fluorosis, the white lines caused by ingesting fluoride, does not respond to whitening of any kind. While the non-fluoridated portion of teeth can brighten to match the white lines, the actual stains do not change color. Tetracycline stains from medications are also resistant to most professional whitening products. And internal tooth stains or thin enamel cannot be corrected with whitening, either. In these cases, Dr. Allen may recommend cosmetic bonding or porcelain veneers, which promise amazing results.

An Invitation for Your Family

At our dental office in Pella, Iowa, Dr. Jeffrey Allen provides comfortable dental care to patients of all ages. Call (641) 628-1121 today to schedule a checkup and cleaning, cosmetic consultation, or second-opinion visit.