Cosmetic Dentistry In Framingham, MA

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Teeth whitening:

Whitening procedures have effectively restored the smiles of people with stained, dull, or discolored teeth.
The darker tissue of your teeth, the dentin, can become exposed as the outer layer of enamel is worn away by the effects of aging or by substances such as caffeine and tobacco.
Food particles are naturally attracted to a tooth's enamel by a certain protein. Products like coffee, tea, win, berries and soy sauce are notorious for staining teeth. Over time, teeth actually become more absorbent and vulnerable to staining from food and other substances.
One type of stain, caused by external factors, such as food, can be easily removed by brushing, flossing, and rinsing. Another type, caused by traumatic injuries, medications, and fluorosis, actually begins within the tooth: brushing and flossing will not help.
More and more people today are choosing tooth-whitening procedures to reverse the effects of aging or abuse from food and tobacco stains.
Some commercially available "whitening toothpastes" can be somewhat effective at removing stains and making teeth a few shades brighter. However, many of these products contain abrasive substances that can actually wear away your tooth's enamel.
Bleaching agents change the color of your teeth, but only are effective on certain types of stains. For example, bleaching agents have a difficult time removing brownish or grayish stains. These products are also not as effective on pitted or badly discolored teeth, or on restorations such as crowns, bridges, bonding and t fillings (porcelain veneers or dental bonding may be more appropriate in this case).
Professional bleaching performed in our office is considered to be the most effective and safest method: done properly, tooth whitening can last as long as five years. Over-the-counter whitening systems can also somewhat effective as long as they are monitored if directions are followed closely.

Veneers

Aging and consumption of staining substances such as coffee, tea or tobacco may cause tooth discoloration. During tooth formation, consumption of tetracycline, certain antibiotics, or excessive fluoride may also cause discoloration. Teeth whitening procedures have effectively restored the smile of people with stained, dull, or discolored teeth.
Porcelain veneers are thin shells of ceramic that bond directly to the front and top surfaces of the teeth. They are an ideal choice for improving your smile and have become increasingly popular due to their simplicity and versatility. With veneers as an alternative, there is no reason to put up with gaps between your teeth or teeth that are stained, badly shaped, or crooked. A veneer placed on top of your teeth can correct these maladies simply and quickly to help you achieve a beautiful smile.
 

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