Whitening For 3 Types Of Tooth Stains

Katy Teeth Bleaching

If your smile could use some brightening, what are you waiting for? Professional teeth whitening from Crabtree Dental in Katy can dramatically improve its appearance.

It is important to realize that not every smile responds the same to teeth bleaching. The degree of whiteness attained and the treatment time necessary depends on the type of stains being treated.

  1. Surface or extrinsic stains are the most accessible and easiest to remove. They are caused by the usual suspects: coffee, tea, wine, cola, smoking and the natural aging process.
  2. Intrinsic stains can be lightened but it may take a bit longer. These stains form from the inside out but are visible through the enamel. They can be caused by trauma, tetracycline antibiotics, infection, or excessive fluoride use in childhood before the enamel is fully formed.
  3. Combination: Some Katy dental patients have both extrinsic and intrinsic staining. As we age, our teeth change – regardless of how well we take care of them. Two things that work against us is that our enamel thins while the dentin underneath fades and yellows. Again, the extrinsic stains on the enamel are the quickest to lighten, but ongoing treatment with a peroxide-based penetrating whitener can lighten the deeper discoloration.

It is best to trust fast teeth whitening treatment to the care of dental professionals, like the team at Crabtree Dental in Katy. Our services also include general dentistry. Schedule your next appointment with us today.

Contact Crabtree Dental:

281-347-1960

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

23056 Westheimer Pkwy
Katy, Texas
77494

 

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