Teeth Whitening

Marietta Teeth Whitening

Many people choose to whiten their teeth (teeth whitening) in an effort to eliminate stains and types of discoloration. There are over-the-counter as well as professional methods available. As a professional cosmetic dentist office, our teeth whitening in Marietta will leave you with a vibrant smile that you won’t want to hide.

The dark tissue of your teeth, known as dentin, can become exposed when your outer layer of enamel weakens and wears away. Whitening procedures can reverse the effects of food stains and other causes of discoloration.

Main Causes of Stains

Foods – Most products that stain your teeth contain a specific protein that is attracted to a tooth’s enamel. Dark berries, soy sauce, coffee, and tea are notorious for staining teeth.

Medication – There are certain types of medication that can cause graying or discoloration of the teeth; this stain begins inside the tooth.

Traumatic Injury – Similar to medication, traumatic injury can cause a dark gray or black color that starts at the root of the tooth.

Age – As we age, our teeth become naturally more absorbent and vulnerable to staining. The vibrancy also tends to fade, which can lead to a yellowish hue.

Tobacco – It is commonly acknowledged that tannins and toxins in tobacco are huge culprits for tooth discoloration.

Why Our Service is Better

There are a number of over-the-counter whitening agents that will affect the color and brightness of your teeth, but this is often at the cost of your strong enamel. Most of these commercially available gels are too abrasive and can permanently damage your enamel, which can lead to weaker teeth for the rest of your life.

Whitening agents effectively change the color of your teeth, but only if the stains are external. Bleach is unable to eliminate dark stains such as brown or gray, and if your teeth are badly discolored, or pitted, they are not effective.

Proper tooth whitening, as is done by our office, can last as long as five years. We use the most effective and safest methods that do not break down your enamel. In cases where teeth whitening is not the best option, we provide information on porcelain veneers and dental bonding.