Bleaching & Teeth Whitening

What Causes Tooth Discoloration?
Who Can Benefit From Whitening?
Is Tooth Whitening Safe? How Does It Work?
How Long Does It Take?
Are There Any Side Effects?
How Long Will The Results Last?

Tooth whitening is actually a bleaching process that lightens discolorations of enamel and dentin. The system Dr. Hajovsky recommends, uses a mild solution retained in a custom-fitted appliance. The custom-fitted tray is hardly visible and does not interfere with speech.

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What Causes Tooth Discoloration?

There are many causes. The most common include aging, consumption of staining substances (coffee, tea, colas, tobacco), trauma, tetracycline (antibiotic) staining, excessive fluoride, nerve degeneration and old restorations.

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Who Can Benefit From Tooth Whitening?

Almost everyone. However, there are some cases where the treatment may not be effective. Dr. Hajovsky can determine whether or not you are a viable candidate for the process or if another cosmetic procedure would better meet your expectations. The tooth-lightening system is ideal for patients who have healthy, unrestored teeth and would like to have a whiter, brighter smile.

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Is Tooth Whitening Safe?

Research has indicated that whitening teeth with carbamide peroxide is safe for the teeth and gums under the supervision of a dentist. The custom-fitted trays isolate the solution to the part of the teeth that need to be bleached and keeps contact with the gum tissues to a minimum. Dr. Hajovsky can determine what concentration of bleaching solution will be best for your teeth.

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How Does It Work?

The bleaching gel is placed in a thin custom-fitted tray that fits only over your teeth. As the active ingredient in the gel, carbamide peroxide, is broken down, oxygen enters the enamel and dentin and bleaches the colored substances. The structure of the tooth is not changed; only the tooth is made lighter and whiter.

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How Long Does It Take?

Results are usually seen in the first night. Maximum results generally occur when the process is continued for 10 to 14 nights.

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Are There Any Side Effects?

Some people experience increased tooth sensitivity to cold during the treatment. Others have reported temporary discomfort, such as gum or tooth sensitivity. These symptoms ALWAYS disappear within 1-3 days after interruption or completion of the treatment.

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How Long Will The Results Last?

Your teeth will always be lighter than they were. However, some patients may need periodic re-bleaching or "touch-up" treatments for one or two nights every six to twelve months.

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