Some teeth are naturally too pigmented or stained as they develop.
Exposure to tea, coffee, juices, colas or tobacco accounts for much of the darkening as we age.
Tooth discoloration sometimes happens from antibiotics (tetracycline) or excess fluoride taken internally during tooth development.
Old fillings, tooth nerve damage, or trauma to teeth can account for darkening.
"Whitening" of the teeth can enhance a smile by a simple procedure utilizing a custom-fabricated bleaching tray and a safe, dentist-dispensed whitening agent. We employ a patented, safe whitening agent which will remove most stains with a gentle sustained release action that will oxidize (bleach) your teeth. Your tooth structure remains unchanged.
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Fill tray |
Most patients wear the bleaching tray with the whitening agent in it while they sleep, usually for 6-8 nights. Some difficult darker stains may naturally require longer treatment than milder stains.
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Insert tray |
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Before | After |
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Before | After |
| The practice of Steve Berkowitz, D.D.S. invites you to come in for a complimentary cosmetic consultation to see how we can enhance your smile. |