Teeth stain and lose their white lustre for various reasons, but in many cases, your dentist can lift away these stains and renew your smile through cosmetic dentistry.
Reasons your teeth might stain include the foods you eat, like bright sauces. Other common culprits include coffee, tea, red wine, and tobacco. Additionally, teeth may appear dull and off-colour due to certain medications or as a natural part of ageing.
If you whiten your smile with us, we can provide tips to help you maintain your results for longer.
Teeth Whitening Steps
Step #1: An Evaluation with the Dentist
If you’re new to Katoomba Dental Centre or have not been to see us in a while, we typically arrange a consultation to ensure our products are suitable for you.
Step #2: Professional Teeth Clean
If you proceed with whitening, we professionally clean your teeth to help the product better penetrate tooth enamel. This allows for optimal results.
Step #3 Professional Teeth Whitening
Your dentist may use Zoom! Teeth Whitening, our in-chair option, or create a custom take-home kit just for you.
Zoom! provides whitening during a single clinic visit. At-home teeth whitening takes a few weeks, but you can treat your smile according to your schedule.
Who Is a Candidate for Professional Teeth Whitening
Considerations for Zoom! include the state of your teeth and gums. For example, your dentist may find an untreated cavity or other issues that require attention first.
It’s also important to note that teeth whitening will not lighten your restorations. However, this does not rule you out as a candidate for treatment.
Are You Looking for a Whiter, Brighter Smile?
When whitening your teeth, we urge you to do so under the guidance of a cosmetic dentist. Therefore, we encourage you to call today to arrange a consultation or if you have questions for our dental team.
