Teeth Whitening Coquitlam
Tooth whitening is a safe, pain free and cost effective way to achieve whiter teeth and a dazzling smile. A dental evaluation is necessary to determine susceptibility for this treatment to ensure the greatest success.
Teeth can become discolored from tea, coffee, smoking and aging. These are considered extrinsic or superficial stains and respond well to treatment. Discoloration caused by excess fluoride or tetracycline use us internal and doesn’t respond well to treatment. Tooth whitening does not change the colour of existing fillings, crowns or veneers and is not recommended for patient with sensitive teeth or periodontal disease.
Whitening procedure
The process for treatment involves impressions of upper and lower teeth to fabricate custom-fitted trays
- The patient receives the trays, whitening materials and instructions for home use. This involves wearing the trays with treatment material during the night for 2 weeks.
- The dentist monitors the patient during this time to assess progress or concerns. This home treatment method of tooth whitening is the most popular.
- Should the patient request immediate treatment; stronger concentrations of whitening material can be applied in the dental office under the supervision of the dentist.
This system can sometimes irritate the gums. Tooth whitening is not permanent and touch ups may be necessary once per year depending on habits and susceptibility to staining. This method of enhancing the appearance of teeth has no adverse effects on tooth structure or existing restorations. Tooth or gum sensitivity experienced by some patients is generally not permanent. The treatment is generally painless and requires no anesthetic making it an efficient and well-tolerated method of enhancing the appearance of teeth.
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At Burnaby Mountain Dental Centre we believe in providing exceptional dental care to all of our patients with the finest, state-of-the-art treatments. You can expect to be treated with personal attention and respect from our experienced professionals.
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VENEERS
Wafer thin facings permanently bonded to the front teeth to improve the shape, position and color of the teeth and enhance the function and esthetics of teeth.
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