Teeth Bleaching refers to the utilization of oxidizing agents to lighten the shade of the teeth. Simple teeth bleaching is the easiest way anyone can achieve stunning, white teeth. Having a set of healthy and gorgeous teeth is something desired by most people. If you are one of them, drop into Dr. Gregg Ueckert's dental clinic in Austin today. For those who were not blessed with natural, beaming teeth, they can remedy this with bleaching. Conditions like stained, yellow teeth can be treated easily by dentist Dr. Ueckert with different teeth whitening procedures.

Teeth Whitening Formulas

Austin's Dr. Ueckert performs different kinds of whitening treatments in his office, apart from prescribing bleaching techniques of the teeth. Teeth stains occur for various reasons and the treatment varies. Bleaching methods thus differ. Austin dentists thoroughly examine the patient's mouth before determining the best treatment.

 

Tooth Whitening: How it Works

Bleaching contains varied amounts of peroxide components which successfully whiten your teeth. The bleach can be used both at home as well as in Dr. Ueckert's Austin office. Of course, the latter is a decent choice as you are assured of better and quicker results. Teeth whitening done at home can be messy and time-consuming.

Teeth whitening bleach contains peroxide. The higher the peroxide levels, the more its capacity to whiten your smile. When Austin dental professional Dr. Ueckert performs office bleaching on your teeth, it takes about 2 to 3 hours. Laser whitening bleach is a procedure that's more effective for lightening the tooth stain. Whitening bleach can also be used at home. It requires the patient to wear trays that are filled with the whitening agent for a certain period of time.

Austin dentistry of Dr. Ueckert ensures fast and effective results. Often, a light-activated gel is used in the whitening process. The gel is scientifically formulated, and contains pH balanced hydrogen peroxide that, on activation, softly pierces the teeth to remove discoloration and stains. With appropriate care and an intermittent touching-up at home, your teeth will definitely sparkle in a whiter smile for years.

 

Internal Whitening of Your Teeth

Internal whitening in Austin is carried out on devitalized teeth that have undergone endodontic therapy but have been discolored through internal staining of the gum structure by the fluids and blood that have leaked in. This variation of whitening seals the peroxide within the tooth over a few days and replaces it as required. This process of tooth whitening performed at the Dr. Ueckert dentistry clinic in Austin is known as the "walking bleach" technique.

 

Whitening Agents to Enhance Your Smile

Different kinds of physical and chemical agents are used to whiten teeth in Austin. Toothpaste contains minimal particles of aluminum oxide, silica, calcium carbonate or calcium phosphate that pulverize the stains formed by colored molecules that are lodged onto the teeth from the food we eat. Teeth whitening toothpastes do not change tooth color caused by this.

 

Hazards of Teeth Whitening

Individuals with sensitive teeth and gums, faulty restorations and withdrawing gums in Austin should consult with Dr. Ueckert before making use of a teeth whitening systems. If you are allergic to the whitening agent, peroxide, you should avoid using tooth bleaching. In addition to this, elongated contact with bleach agents may damage your tooth enamel. This is especially the case with homemade whitening products which have fruit or citric acids as ingredients.

Tooth whitening is not recommended for children who have not yet reached 16 years of age, the reason being that their pulp chamber or tooth nerve remains enlarged. Whitening is also not recommended in lactating/pregnant women.