Time For A Whiter, Brighter Smile?
The number of Americans on a quest for whiter teeth has skyrocketed over the last few years. A recent survey found that 80 percent of adults aged 18 to 49 said that they would like to have whiter, bright teeth. Over the past five years, the demand for tooth bleaching has increased by more than 300 percent. New technology is being perfected to meet that demand.
In the past, tooth-whitening products consisted of mild abrasives and detergents that were designed to scour the teeth and remove stains from the surface. Today, professional whitening techniques go to work on the tooth structure itself, using peroxide to oxidize and decolorize gray and yellow tooth pigments.
The oldest method of tooth lightening at home is the "nightguard" technique. A custom-fitted plastic mold is filled with a peroxide solution that stays on the teeth overnight. Results are often mixed. Some teeth that are gray or grayish brown do not lighten as well as those that are yellow or yellowish brown. Stains caused by tobacco smoke, coffee, and red wine also require more time to lighten. The effects are always temporary.
At our office, a single treatment with a high concentration of hydrogen peroxide, coupled with a special light or laser, offers accelerated tooth whitening. The two main options for this type of whitening are Zoom and Sapphire Whitening. Both are very similar in that they both utilize a light to activate the whitening bleach and are completed in about an hour. We also offer KOR deep bleaching which will get even the darkest teeth their lightest!
Patients should note that whitening techniques do not change the color of crowns, caps, or fillings. If these dental restorations are visible, we will be happy to discuss all of your options with you.
If you're new to our office, we offer free teeth whitening to all new patients after their initial dental hygiene visit. Speak with Amy for details, and call us today at (914) 241-2242 for your complimentary whitening consultation.
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Dr. Steven Abel
- Dr. Steven Abel
- Mount Kisco, New York, United States
- Cosmetic smile makeovers, Invisalign, laser, Implants, Lumineers, Snap on Smiles, DaVinci & Mac Veneers, Cerec, periodontal, headache/TMJ therapy, facial pain, snoring/sleep apnea, high speed braces, sedation. He practices an aggressive approach toward treating chronic gum diseases known to be linked with heart disease, diabetes, and other medical problems. He is known as the "doctor's dentist" because so many physicians choose him as their dentist, seeking his expertise in treating both themselves and their families. Member of the NY, CT and American Dental Associations, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Academy of General Dentistry, & the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Abel has become known in Westchester as the leading cosmetic dentist for people who want to have a radiant smile, look younger & feel better about their teeth. With sedation dentistry, even patients who are very fearful can enjoy a great smile, having years of neglect taken care of, often in one visit while they sleep comfortably. For More Information: www.WestchesterTopDentist.com 103 South Bedford Road Mount Kisco, NY 10549 (914) 241-2242 DrAbelsOffice@aol.com
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