Whiten and Brighten Your Smile

    NEW YORK, NY, February 01, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Has your self confidence plummeted due to a yellow smile? With the numerous teeth whitening options modern, cosmetic dentistry provides, nobody should have to hide their smile on dates, in business meetings or during a stroll down the street.

Teeth whitening procedures will restore your tooth's original color, eliminating the stains that have accumulated on them. There are options for every financial situation and tooth shade:

• LumaArch is a procedure that takes approximately 60-90 minutes and can brighten teeth three to four shades
• BriteSmile uses state-of-the-art technology to whiten teeth an average of nine shades in just over an hour. With over one hundred and thirty BriteSmile Bleaching Centers across America, this is quickly becoming the default teeth whitening procedure
• Take home bleaching kits can be used for prolonged time periods to remove intrinsic stains that accrue from aging and trauma

How Do Stains Occur?

Regardless of your oral hygiene standards, the porcelain-like enamel that protects your teeth will deteriorate in quality over time. As this happens, the yellow dentin that lives below is revealed. Teeth whitening procedures will eliminate all the agents that have stained your teeth.

Some of these staining agents are:

• Smoking - Everyone is aware the Nicotine discolors teeth
• Eating and drinking habits can stain teeth while acidic foods eat away at enamel. Some of these agents include: coffee, tea, soda pop, red wine, oranges, sugar, and carrots
• Aging naturally casts a shadow over your teeth
• Grinding can crack your teeth and leave them more prone to staining agents

Kinds Of Stains

The above stains fall into two categories: Surface stains and intrinsic stains. Some teeth whitening procedures will eliminate both stains, while others will just address surface stains.

Surface stains occur on the surface of your teeth. They are also known as entrinsic stains. All whitening techniques successfully eliminate surface stains. They are caused by common exposure to staining agents, such as:

• Tobacco
• Dark beverages

On the other hand, intrinsic stains form inside your teeth and are more difficult to remove. By using a take home bleaching kit, you can successfully eliminate the intrinsic stains that have formed from aging and trauma.

Ensuring A Successful Teeth Whitening Procedure

The first step in a successful teeth whitening procedure is a consultation with your cosmetic dentist. During this initial meeting, your dentist will examine your oral health to make certain that you can withstand having your teeth whitened and to determine the best method for your particular case.

Following your teeth whitening, it's common for people to experience a slight discomfort such as a minor tooth ache or gum sensitivity. Often, Advil or Tylenol will suffice in addressing this pain. It's vital that you don't eat colored foods or drink colored beverages that may stain your teeth within the initial twenty-four hours.

If you choose to whiten your teeth, your cosmetic dentist will inform you of the proper pre and post bleaching care. It's important to adhere to their instructions to guarantee the success of your teeth whitening procedure.

If you live in Manhattan and are considering brightening your smile with a teeth whitening procedure to enhance your confidence, please visit the website of Dr. Michael Iott & Associates. They can answer all your questions about New York City teeth bleaching procedures, and were one of the first New York City offices to offer the state-of-the-art New York BriteSmile.

Source: Dr. Michael Iott & Associates
Website: http://www.smiletonight.com

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