What Can Teeth Whitening Do?

Dental Blogs
Jul 20, 2017 · 1 min read

Are your teeth bright and white? Or are they riddled with yellow and dark spots? This is a common problem for those who enjoy highly pigmented foods, such as berries and energy drinks, as well as bad lifestyle habits, like smoking. Our Agoura Hills dentist can remove these extrinsic stains with a teeth whitening treatment.

Teeth whitening involves a liquid or gel that is applied to the teeth and activated with a laser or light. The whitening agent contains hydrogen peroxide, which is abrasive enough to scrub away at discolorations. More specifically, the process works by opening up the pores in the enamel so they can absorb oxygen better. This allows oxygen to penetrate into the teeth where it will dissolve stains. The result is newly beautified, bright and white smile.

There are several different types of teeth whitening treatments. Patients interested in this cosmetic option should look into options available and decide on the one they believe will benefit them the most. Our teeth whitening dentist will talk to you about what shade you are trying to reach, and be sure that surrounding areas are protected. The entire process will likely take about an hour.

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