Introduction
According to Iqaluit Dental Clinic, there are several ways to whiten yellow teeth. You can use OTC whitening products such as whitening toothpaste and mouthwash, invest in expensive home whitening kits, or book an appointment with the dentist to achieve the best results. Still, visiting a dental clinic for teeth whitening is expensive and if you are not sure what to expect, it can feel frightening as well.
The Steps
Let’s look at the steps involved in professional teeth whitening at a dental clinic:
1. Dental examination – Your dentist will perform an oral examination before starting the treatment. This will allow them to check for any complications or oral problems that need to be handled first.
Next, they will check the current shade of your teeth and discuss the teeth-whitening options with you by showing you a teeth shade chart so that you know what to expect from the treatment.
2. Oral cleaning and polishing – To ensure your mouth is clean, your dentist will clean your teeth with a professional disinfectant solution. This will help to prevent cross-infection and make your mouth sterile.
Next, your teeth will be polished using pumice to remove existing plaque. You may have to keep a gauze pad in your mouth for some time to make your mouth dry. Lastly, the dentist will use lip and gum protection such as retractors to prevent them from interfering with the whitening agent.
3. Application of the whitening agent – The front side of your teeth will be coated with a bleaching agent such as hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. The backside is left out since they are not visible no matter how wide you smile and the goal of teeth whitening treatment is to improve the aesthetics of your smile.
The concentration of the whitening agent will be adjusted according to the current shade of your teeth and the desired teeth shade.
4. Activation of the whitening agent – Teeth whitening agents need to be activated after their application on the teeth. Generally, a curing light or blue laser is used to activate the whitening agents which then help to break down the stain pigmentation on your teeth. Depending on the brand, the whitening agent needs to be left for about 30 to 60 minutes and occasionally reapplied if needed.
5. Post-treatment cleaning – Once the maximum time has passed or your teeth have achieved the desired shade, your teeth will be rinsed thoroughly to remove any solution residue. You might also receive a fluoride treatment to minimize tooth sensitivity which is a common side effect of teeth whitening.
Conclusion
Iqaluit Dental Clinic suggests you try teeth whitening products or opt for professional teeth whitening if you are self-conscious of your teeth and smile. There is nothing to be ashamed of having yellow teeth since it can occur due to age, certain genetic predispositions, and even certain medications. However, you can also reduce the risk of yellow teeth by reducing negative lifestyle choices such as drinking, smoking, and more.
