Whitening procedures effectively restore the smile of people with stained, dull, or discolored teeth.

Coffee, tea, red wine, berries, soy sauce, and tobacco are notorious for staining and darkening teeth. Additionally, as we age, the white outer layer of enamel is worn away by the effects of aging This wear gradually exposes the yellow brown dentin, or inner portion of teeth. This enamel wear also makes the teeth even more susceptible to staining from foods and drinks.

Tooth whitening has become a very common procedure for adults of all ages to reverse the effects of aging and abuse from food and tobacco stains.

Some commercially available “whitening toothpastes” can be effective at removing stains and making teeth a few shades brighter. However, many of these products have abrasive substances that can actually wear away your tooth’s enamel and the results are often negligible because they only work on the surface of the tooth.

Whitening agents provided by a dentist work deeply into teeth to actually change their color. Tooth whitening will not be effective on existing restorations such as crowns, veneers, bonding and tooth-colored fillings. Therefore, for an optimal result that is predictable and cost effective, it is important to have an examination of your teeth before spending money on whitening agents or procedures. In some cases porcelain veneers, or dental bonding may be more appropriate.

Professional whitening performed by our office is considered to be the most effective and safest method; done properly, tooth whitening can be maintained many years with simple maintenance.