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Whitening is actually a mild bleaching process that restores stained
or discolored teeth to a healthy, natural color. Don't be misled
by unproven and ineffective over-the-counter whitening solutions
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What Causes Tooth Discoloration?
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| Teeth
become discolored for different reasons:
# Frequently drinking coffee, tea, or colas.
# Some antibiotics may darken developing teeth in children.
# Aging - The dentin underneath the enamel of a tooth gradually
darkens with age.
# Use of tobacco products.
# Accidents - If a tooth has been traumatized, sometimes the nerve
will gradually"die," and the tooth becomes dark.
# After Root Canal Therapy, a tooth will generally darken.
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Immediately! Most patients see results after the first treatment.
It will typically take from 2 to 6 weeks to restore your teeth to
a beautiful white. The time it will take depends on the original
color of your teeth, how discolored they were, and how frequently
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How Long Will The Results Last?
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effects typically last several years. Many patients choose to "touch-up"
their teeth every 6 to 12 months by applying the treatment once
or twice. "Touch-ups" are especially useful for patients
that drink beverages that stain teeth, like coffee, tea, and colas.
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Are There Any Side-Effects?
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patients may experience heightened tooth sensitivity to cold, or
mild tooth or gum sensitivity during treatment, but these symptoms
are only temporary and disappear within a few days. |
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