Teeth Whitening

Do you want your teeth to be whiter? Whitening of teeth is universally desirable and accepted well around the world. It is the most conservative and economical option of improving your smile and self esteem.

There are almost no side effects to this process if the whitening is carried out properly. There can however be too much whitening. A good rule to gauge an adequate white is to match to the shade of white in the eyes.

Some patients also experience sensitivity following whitening but this usually goes away within a few days.

Some tooth shades respond better to whitening than others do.

Discoloration due to a pulp breakdown does respond initially to whitening but the discoloration tends to return over time.

Internal tooth discolorations during tooth development in childhood can often be lightened with some degree of success.

Florosis (excessive floride) can be resistant to significant shade changes but can be aided by whitening

Staining of teeth from a diet comprised of dark color foods such as coffee, tea or chocolate is very easily removed.

Discolorations as a result of aging also noticeably respond to whitening.

Options for teeth whitening:

Veneers and Crowns are a great alternative when the internal discoloration in teeth is significant and whitening is unlikely to significantly lighten the shade. The restorative alternatives are more expensive and extensive but can also correct decay, misshapen and mal positioned teeth.

Bonding is the process of adding a thin layer of resin material over the surface of the tooth to improve shade and minor defects on the surface of the tooth. Although less expensive than a veneer or a crown, bonded restorations can significantly improve esthetics but may discolor over time needing replacement.

At Home Whitening This widely used and hugely successful whitening technique is the most popular one in dentistry. A flexible tray is custom made for your mouth. After adequate instructions are given by the dental staff, you are given hydrogen peroxide to take home with you. Each day you will place a small amount of material into the tray and seat in the mouth for various lengths of time as instructed. The progress is monitored by the dental staff to avoid unwanted effects. Several days later, a significant whitening of teeth is observed. There may be slight sensitivity with the procedure, which goes away in a couple of days.

In Office Whitening is a supervised whitening which takes place within the office. In office whitening uses higher concentrations of hydrogen peroxide compared to at home whitening. The major advantage to doing in office whitening is the result is accomplished much faster but the disadvantage is that there could be more tooth sensitivity because of the rapid pace of whitening. De sensitizers can be applied to the sensitive areas to reduce post -whitening sensitivity.

Cost is moderate for both the options.

A wide range of whitening products are available over the counter (OTC) that produce varying degrees of results. Some work better than others and depend on the degree and the nature of discoloration. In general, OTC products are less effective than the dentist supervised products. Do seek dental professional guidance in selecting the best OTC whitening products to help maintain a shade that blends with your natural teeth and dental restorations. OTC products however, do not have the predictability of professional whitening.

Some degree of whitening is reversed within days of the whitening procedure and stabilizes within a couple of weeks and only slowly progresses towards a darker color overtime. The whitening process may need to be repeated within a year and sometimes months.

Visit www.smileartistrychino.com for details or call 9-09 627 6699 for an appointment.

Smile, You're on Intraoral Camera

A tiny new camera allows patients to see the insides of their mouth by projecting the image on a TV monitor.  For many patients, this is the first time they have had a clear view of  the inside of their mouth. And what they are seeing is not always a pretty picture.  Many patients are surprised if not shocked by their oral condition.

An image can be worth a thousand words when motivating patients to improve their oral health.  Once an image is projected on the monitor, the dentist can easily discuss any problems and explain the treatment. 

Because oral conditions can be magnified, this method provides better visibility than direct vision.  Once on the screen, the image can be rotated, saved, printed and sent electronically to family, a specialist or submitted as supporting documentation.

Another valuable and common use of camera is helping patients make cosmetic decisions about their teeth.  The image of a patient's teeth can be projected onto the screen and manipulated to show how the person's smile might look after treatment. Patient's can get a good idea of what the recommended procedure will look like before it is even done.  

Call our office 909 627- 6699  or visit our website www.mydentistchino.com for more information.

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Is Teeth Whitening Safe?

Teeth whitening is not for everyone. Pregnant or lactating women should avoid it. So should anyone younger than 16. If you have allergies or sensitive teeth, your teeth may become more sensitive, or your allergies  may be aggravated by teeth whitening.

You should avoid teeth whitening if you have worn enamel, exposed roots, gum disease or cavities. You may do further damage by whitening with these dental issues. Uneven whitening can occur with crowns, fillings and other restorations.

Teeth whitening is meant to bring teeth back to their natural appearance and not a shocking white.

Begin any whitening regimen with a realistic expectation says Dr. Cherukuri from her Chino, California dental practice

 Teeth that are darkly stained, may not become as white as you would like them. Purple or gray-stained teeth tend to not respond well. Brown discoloring tends to not respond well, either.
Also get to know the whitening product being used. Stay away from scratchy and abrasive OTC polishers- they simply work by mechanically removing the outer layer which wears away enamel.

 “The In Office whitening products yield the best results because of a higher concentration of the oxidizing agent used and more importantly, there is a trained chairside to monitor and modify the process to achieve maximum whitening while limiting the sensitivity” adds Dr. Cherukuri.

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