Teeth Whitening – smileDentity Glossary
Getting whiter teeth: what is bleaching?
A radiant, bright smile contributes significantly to a positive aura and a self-confident appearance. Since teeth become darker over the course of life due to dietary habits and the natural ageing process, professional teeth whitening offers a gentle and scientifically proven method of helping the natural white of the teeth along.
Anyone who wants whiter teeth will find a proven procedure in bleaching (professional dental whitening). Stubborn colour pigments that have become embedded in the tooth enamel are gently decolourised using a special whitening gel. Unlike over-the-counter drugstore products, professionally supervised whitening at the dentist protects the tooth enamel and gums while achieving an even result.
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Why do teeth become discoloured?
When patients want to have their teeth whitened, it is usually because of stubborn discolouration that sits deeper in the tooth enamel and can no longer be removed by simply brushing. The causes are varied:
- Indulgences: Pigments from coffee, black or green tea, red wine, cola or nicotine are deposited in the crystal structure of the tooth enamel over the years.
- Medication & trace elements: Certain medicines (such as tetracyclines) or an excess of fluoride during tooth development can cause stains.
- Natural ageing: Over the years, the bright tooth enamel naturally wears away, allowing the underlying yellowish dentine to show through more strongly.
Would you like to learn more about teeth whitening?
Feel free to arrange a free consultation at our practice. There we will answer all your questions and advise you individually.