Kingston TN
Teeth whitening is the most frequently performed procedure in cosmetic dentistry and there are several good reasons for its popularity. A whitening treatment changes the brightness of all your teeth at once, producing a dramatic and immediate difference in the appearance of your smile. Your Kingston cosmetic dentists want to make sure you have all the information about teeth whitening: how it works, its benefits, and whether or not it’s right for you.
What can whitening do for you?
A whitening treatment removes stains or other types of discoloration from the surfaces of your teeth. An extrinsic stain, also known as a surface stain, forms when discoloring agents in the foods and drinks you consume penetrate the outer layer of your tooth structure. We whiten teeth in Kingston by using the KOR treatment system. This attacks and dissolves stains, while brightening your smile. The KOR method is unique as it also works on intrinsic gray-brown stains that may form as a side effect to taking the prescription medicine tetracycline.
Are you a candidate for a dental whitening treatment?
LakeView Dental Arts meets with any patient interested in cosmetic dentistry for a consultation. At this appointment, you can ask any questions you may have and also explain your aesthetic goals. Meanwhile, Dr. James Walmsley or Dr. Josh Walker will evaluate your current oral condition and your dental history. From there, the following criteria help determine whether you’re a good candidate for dental whitening.
Oral hygiene – You should be in good oral health to have any cosmetic dental work done. Tooth decay, gum disease, weakened tooth enamel, or existing restorations that are flawed or failing all can hinder the effectiveness of a dental whitening procedure.
Existing tooth sensitivity – The bleaching agent used in any whitening procedure has the potential to cause enhanced sensitivity in your teeth, although the risk of heightened sensitivity is greater with over-the-counter whitening methods. That said, if you already are having issues with sensitive teeth, then a whitening procedure may not be the best idea to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.
Existing dental restorations – Do you have crowns or fillings? What about a dental bridge? These are all tried-and-true treatments in restorative dentistry to repair damaged teeth or replace lost teeth, but they also will not change their shade when exposed to the active bleaching agent in whitening procedures.
Pregnancy – Generally speaking, we do not conduct whitening treatments on women who are expecting or nursing.
Age – Whitening treatments are not suitable for young children.
Get whiter teeth in Kingston, Tennessee
Whether you want to receive an in-office whitening treatment or receive take-home trays, LakeView Dental Arts can make your smile dazzling with our professional-grade whitening products. We recognize that any whitening treatment needs to be repeated. That is why we offer our Whitening for Life program. Just purchase a professional bleaching system for $110, then receive two complimentary bleaching trays for your lifetime as long as you come in for your cleaning every six months.
For more information on our whitening procedures or the Whitening for Life program, schedule a consultation at LakeView Dental Arts by calling (865) 376-9687 or completing our online appointment request form.
