What Causes Tooth Stains?
Did you know that teeth actually have microscopic pores? Once you realize this it becomes easier to understand how teeth become stained. Virtually all foods and drinks (with the exception of water) contain incredibly small atomic pigments known as chromophores. Over time, these chromophores combine and build up within the pores of the teeth, darkening them over time. Now let's talk about how to eliminate these deep-set stains!
Get Your Teeth Up to 8 Shades Whiter in Just One Visit!
Not getting the results you want with whitening strips and toothpastes? The truth is you can't get professional results without the help of professionals. In just one visit to Hall Family Dental, you can get your teeth up to eight shades whiter in just one visit!
The Professional Teeth Whitening Difference
Have you ever wondered why teeth-whitening strips don't quite work the way they are designed to? Most likely you've tried those over-the-counter whitening strips and gel trays, but only noticed a marginal difference. It's not that they aren't completely useless, but they really only work surface stains. While all teeth whiteners use peroxide as a main ingredient, there are some differences with professional whiteners.
Teeth stains can be classified as either extrinsic or intrinsic. Discolorations on the teeth's surface are referred to as extrinsic stains. Most of these stains can be removed with regular brushing, flossing, and teeth cleanings, so they are seldom an issue. Intrinsic stains, on the other hand, are stains that build up deep in the microscopic pores of the teeth.
If you've tried and failed with over-the-counter teeth whitening treatments, don't give up. In order to get professional outcomes, you'll need a professional answer. Professional chair-side teeth whitening and custom whitening trays are just two of the options available at Hall Family Dental.
Eliminate Deep Teeth Stains
The key to eliminating deep tooth stains (intrinsic stains) is using whitening methods that produce "friendly free radicals" to eliminate stain-causing chromophores. The main goal of professional teeth whitening is to extend that friendly-free radical action. This is done with powerful blue LED lights, as well as additives such as carbopol polymers, sodium pyrophosphates, and sodium hydroxide.
For teeth whitening that actually gets results, call Hall Family Dental!