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Tooth Whitening
 Who doesn't want teeth that are bright white? People appear more healthy and are definitely more attractive with white teeth. And today white teeth are in demand more than ever, thanks to the barrage of movie stars and TV personalities who have that perfect, pure white smile.
Teeth aren't pure white to begin with, and lifestyles and the aging process cause them to discolor over time. Regular oral hygiene like brushing and flossing may slow down some of the staining, but over time the stains continue to get worse. The most common cause of stained teeth is drinking red wine, coffee, or tea. Smoking is even worse, as the stains darken quickly into an ugly yellow or brown color. Ultimately, cosmetic dentistry intervention is needed to return the teeth to their natural white color, recreating your amazing smile and removing the stains.
Only products of a natural base are used by Dr. Kederian to whiten your teeth, and these products are safe for both teeth and the gums. These solutions help whiten teeth by opening up the tiny micro-pores in the enameled surface of a tooth, exposing the organic-based stains so they dissolve rapidly, leaving behind only the natural color of your teeth. On occasion, the patient may experience sensitivity to cold for the first day after treatment. This is only a temporary problem until the micro-pores in the tooth surface close up.
There are a couple of different options available for whitening teeth that Dr. Kederian will share with you. The fastest and most-effective alternative is to have your teeth bleached in the dentist's office. The whole process takes less than two hours. Dr. Kederian will start by putting dams in place to protect your soft tissue, and then applies peroxide to the teeth, using a laser to activate the solution. The procedure is not harmful and is easy to do. Dr. Kederian will make your time in the chair as relaxing as possible with massaging dental chairs and a TV screen overhead so you can watch a favorite movie on DVD.
The other method offered by Dr. Kederian is a "do-it-at-home" kit, which will consist of a series of plastic trays filled with the bleaching solution. This option can be used in addition to the office treatment to help you maintain your new incredibly-bright smile, or as a stand-alone process. The bleaching trays are made by first making a mold of the patient's mouth on the first appointment, and then having the trays custom-made from the mold to perfectly fit over your teeth. The patient is then given the trays along with the home bleaching solution, and told to fill the tray with the solution and keep it in the mouth for 30 minutes every day. Once again, the process is simple and straightforward, and can be accomplished while watching a television show or reading a book. It's just that simple!
Discussing your expectations for whiter teeth is an issue that you need to discuss with Dr. Kederian so she can determine the best way to get the results you want from a whitening system.
For answers to your questions about whitening procedures, please call Dr. Kederian's office. We're looking forward to hearing from you.
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