Teeth whitening is the most requested and administered cosmetic dental procedure. If you are looking to brighten your smile, then the team at Smile Country Dental, located in Santa Rosa and Napa, California, are able to help. To receive an initial consultation, call or use the online booking tool today.
Enamel is the surface layer of your tooth that can become stained over time, creating the appearance of discolored teeth. It is defined as the hardest mineral substance in your body and is even harder than your bones. However, your enamel is porous and stains easily.
Causes of enamel stains include:
The stains occur when tiny particles attach themselves to the outermost layer of enamel on your teeth.
During a teeth whitening procedure, the team at Smile Country Dental targets the porous enamel layer of your teeth. This is the layer that causes the appearance of a discolored smile. The layer of enamel is bleached, leaving a visibly brighter enamel layer and overall smile.
Prior to performing a teeth whitening procedure, the team at Smile Country Dental assesses you to determine if you are eligible. You may not be eligible for the procedure if:
If eligible, the team will perform an oral examination to ensure that you have no existing cavities. If cavities are found, they must be addressed before your teeth are whitened.
Addressing existing cavities is important. If the bleach solution gets into a cavity, it causes decay to reach the inner layer of your tooth.
The team at Smile Country Dental offers a Whitening for Life Program. You can join the Whitening for Life Program if:
As a Whitening for Life Program member, you receive:
To schedule an initial smile evaluation at Smile Country Dental, call or use the online booking tool today.