7 Reasons to Choose Healthy Teeth Whitening Options

One of the most common things people would like to change about their teeth is how white and bright they are. As we grow older, our teeth become yellowed or discolored. There are a few reasons this happens (and we’ll get into that), but the good news is that Dr. Susan Baker at Canyon Crossing Dental can help you get the smile you deserve with healthy teeth whitening done by a dentist. 

1. Understanding the Causes of Teeth Staining 

It’s natural for our teeth to become discolored as we age. However, lifestyle habits also contribute to stained and/or discolored teeth. Any of these things can cause dental stains:

• Tobacco usage.
• Coffee and tea.
• Red wine
• Dark-colored berries.
• Sauces with dark-colored ingredients.
• Some medications.
• Poor oral hygiene.
• Tauma or fluorosis.
• Genetics.
• Using too much mouthwash with chlorhexidine.

Professional teeth whitening can target stains caused by all of these contributors. 

2. Professional Zoom Teeth Whitening

Zoom teeth whitening is a powerful way to dramatically whiten your smile in just one visit to Canyon Crossing Dental. With Zoom, Dr. Baker can get your teeth up to eight shades lighter in about an hour. A special LED light activates the hydrogen peroxide gel. 

3. Custom At-Home Teeth Whitening Options

Dr. Baker offers custom-filled at-home whitening trays if you want a more gradual whitening treatment. Patients love these because they can do them in the comfort of their own homes. Dr. Baker takes impressions of your teeth and creates the trays that will apply whitening gel evenly. 

4. Opalescence Go Whitening System

If you want professional-strength teeth whitening without using custom trays or go to a dentist’s office, the Opalescence Go system may be exactly what you’ve been looking for. This system uses pre-filled UltraFit trays that comfortably conform to your teeth. You can wear them for anywhere from 15 minutes to one hour a day. 

5. Maintain Results with Good Oral Hygiene

To keep your smile looking gleaming white, follow some best practices at home and when you’re out and about. Most importantly, brush your teeth twice daily and floss before bed. Dr. Baker also recommends avoiding (or limiting) foods and beverages that can stain your teeth. 

Above all, be sure to visit Canyon Crossing Dental every six months for routine checkups. At that time, a dental hygienist will do a professional teeth cleaning, which will also help you keep your smile looking gorgeous. 

6. Alternatives for Deep Stains

In some cases, professional teeth whitening doesn’t remove all stains. Deeper intrinsic stains may require a different cosmetic procedure. Here are some options:

• Dental bonding, to cover isolated stains and discoloration.
• For a complete smile re-design, consider porcelain veneers.
• Dental crowns can be a good solution if your teeth are damaged and discolored.
• Composite veneers are a quick, non-invasive option. 
• Tooth-colored fillings for tooth decay. 

7. Learn More About the Ways of Teeth Whitening in Ivins, Utah

Are you ready to learn more about healthy teeth whitening? If so, it’s time to contact Dr. Susan Baker and the team at Canyon Crossing Dental. Conveniently located at 1215 Snow Canyon Pkwy Ste 402, Ivins, Utah 84738, Dr. Baker’s team is ready to get you scheduled. Call (435) 344-4445 to get started today.

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