Tooth Whitening.
Whitening
of teeth can be done by Bleaching or by the use of Veneers.Bleaching
is done by the use of a chemical which is appplied on the surface of
the teeth. When a lower strength of the material is used, the patient
can safely apply it by himself in the Bleaching trays that are provided.
He is usually advised on the duration of time that he can apply the
Bleaching agent.
What
causes discolored teeth?
There
are many possible causes. Trauma to a tooth can cause discoloration.
Severe illness during tooth development can discolor areas of teeth
because of disruptions in tooth development. Additionally, an entire
tooth might discolor if exposed to certain medicines or minerals during
development. Lastly, poor oral hygiene, especially during orthodontic
therapy, can lead to discolored areas on teeth as well.
What about
chipped or broken teeth?
Bonding
tooth-colored plastic to the tooth or cementing tooth-colored veneers
to affected teeth not only restores the appearance of discolored teeth,
but restores the original shape of chipped or broken teeth as well.
These techniques are less costly than crowns and generally can be done
without a lot of tooth preparation. They restore the natural appearance
of the tooth and therefore encourage a confident smile.
Are there any limitations to bonding or veneers?
Yes,
there are some limitations. Although the treatments are conservative,
they require some loss of tooth enamel. Also, bonded teeth and veneers
are simply not as strong as the original tooth structure. Nail biting,
hard foods, and sports accidents can damage them. They must be maintained
with good oral hygiene and regular dental visits.
What
about porcelain crowns?
Porcelain
crowns give nice cosmetic results for discolored, chipped, or broken
teeth.Tecnology has advanced so much in dentistry that they can replace
a natural teeth in the exact same color and shape
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