There are many people interested in teeth whitening in Marco Island. However, not all people can take advantage of this cosmetic dentistry procedure. Find out more about how whitening works, and which types of teeth it doesn't work on.
Professional tooth whitening products simply bleach the teeth to remove any stains on the enamel. There are two types of bleach on teeth whiteners: hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide. These compounds reduce stains into small fragments.
Only people with healthy and natural teeth can take advantage of teeth whitening products since their effects are restricted to the enamel only. In addition, bleaching only works for light-colored stains.
Below are specific cases where teeth whitening is not an option.
Active gum infections make the gingiva tender and sensitive to irritants. Unfortunately, the whitening agents in the treatment are strong enough to worsen the existing inflammation and pain. Patients undergoing active treatment for periodontitis are advised to wait until they enter the soft tissue management phase before attempting to whiten their teeth.
In some cases, people's teeth become discolored because of traumatic injuries. The tooth's darker hue is caused by reinforced dentin, the second layer beneath the enamel that takes on a darker color.
Medications like tetracycline, doxycycline, chemotherapy drugs, and radiation treatment can also darken teeth.
Dental whitening products are designed to work only on natural teeth. The chemicals they contain will only damage or discolor dentures. Instead, dentures require a specific cleaning solution to remove the accumulated stains and restore whiteness.
Your dentist is your best resource for teeth whitening on Marco Island. Call us now, and let's discuss if you're qualified and what your options are.
239.642.3233239.642.3663islandparadisedental@gmail.com1120 North Collier Blvd., Suite 208 Marco Island, FL 34145
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