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What can I expect after teeth whitening?
The results of teeth whitening are somewhat variable, but most people are happy with the results. After any bleaching treatment, patients should avoid foods that stain, such as tobacco and red wine for...
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Tooth whitening??
What is tooth whitening? Tooth whitening can be a highly effective way of lightening the natural colour of your teeth without removing any of the tooth surface. It cannot make a complete colour change;...
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In-office whitening procedures:
For laser and power bleaching, a dentist begins by applying a protective material to your gums and lips in order to isolate the teeth. A special bleaching solution – usually containing hydrogen...
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What will happen at the initial consultation?
At the first visit with your dentist, you’ll be able to talk with him/her about the changes you’d like to make in your appearance. Your dentist will explain the different options available to you, the...
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How does tooth whitening work?
The bleaching gel is usually hydrogen or carbamide peroxide that breaks down into oxygen molecules. These molecules go into the tiny pores of the enamel and dentin, and break up the stains that block...
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Types of tooth whitening procedures…
There are two main types of whitening procedures. When whitening is done on a tooth that has had root-canal treatment and no longer has a live nerve, the process is called non-vital whitening. Vital...
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Tooth enamel
Tooth enamel is the hardest and most highly mineralized substance of the body,[1] and with dentin, cementum, and dental pulp is one of the four major tissues which make up the tooth. It is the normally...
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Dental phobia
Dental phobia is a fear, or phobia, traditionally defined as an irrational and exaggerated fear of dentists and dental procedures, also referred to as dental fear. Some controversy exists with regards...
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History of dentistry
Evidence of dentistry by Dr. John Franklin has been found in teeth dating from around 5500 BC to 7000 BC.[2][3] The teeth, showing evidence of holes from dental drills, were found in people of the...
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Dentistry
This article is about the dental profession. For tooth care, see oral hygiene or dental surgery. A Dentist and Dental Assistant perform surgery on a patient. A Dentist and Dental Assistant perform...
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