Brighter Smiles: Tooth Whitening Washington DC
Selecting a dentist that specializes in Washington DC tooth whitening
is easy thanks to Dr. Rex Hoang DMD. Teeth can often take on a darker
and unattractive appearance with age or from contact with staining
substances. Tobacco, juices, coffee, poor hygiene, genetics,
and natural aging can all cause the discoloration. This is why it has become popular for people all across the country, including those looking for Washington DC tooth bleaching. Bleaching has become
very popular for a whiter and brighter smile because it's fast,
simple and inexpensive with excellent and predictable results.
The process
There are two commonly used methods for those looking for Washington DC tooth whitening: home and
office. An office consultation to determine
if the patient is a good candidate for the bleaching process is important regardless of the method selected.
The lower priced option will always be the at home method. Power bleaching, available only in the office, allows Dr. Rex Hoang DMD to place a higher concentration
of an oxidizing agent to the teeth.
Washington DC Tooth Bleaching Procedures
At home
option
Want to save on Washington DC tooth bleaching? The at home option is right for you. A customize tray, that hold the tooth bleaching material, is constructed by the dental
office to fit your teeth. There are different concentrations of bleach that
are worn via the tray for thirty minutes per day for an average of
ten to fourteen days. If for any reason the teeth become over sensitive
to hot and cold, a desensitizing material may be used
. Results from Washington DC tooth bleaching are usually excellent
with this at home method.
Office option
Gum tissues are covered to protect them from being irritated
by a higher concentration of the bleaching material. The bleach
can then be then activated by a high intensity laser to
accelerate the process. This method is oftentimes repeated at separate
appointments. Most patients require a touch-up after one to five
years, depending on the patient's habits and desires.
Other options
Still uncertain about choosing the right Washington DC tooth bleaching plan? Feel free to contact us for help. At home and in office treatments are considerably more effective
than the whiteners available over the counter. These retail products have much lower concentrations of bleach and sometimes
use materials and poor fitting trays that can cause damage to the
teeth and gums.
Tooth discoloration can be caused by many different items
Coffee,
cola, smoking, aging, and some medications can cause your teeth
to become stained. Your dentist can determine the source of your
discoloration and recommend the best whitening system for you.
In most cases the results are striking.
