Are you considering undergoing teeth bleaching treatment from a general dentist? White teeth make for an attractive smile, and choosing to undergo professional treatment supports safe and long-term results. When preparing for a teeth bleaching treatment, it is best to ask questions and consider the pros and cons.
Consultation appointments are informative and allow patients to understand more about a particular dental service. In the case of teeth bleaching, a consultation can help individuals understand the process, become familiar with the risks, and prepare themselves for discomfort, sensitivity, or aftercare tips. Teeth bleaching consultation appointments will often include a mouth examination, allowing general dentists to offer any needed personalized information, such as additional treatment or any risks.
Asking questions before any procedure is vital. Doing so will inevitably help ease patient concerns regarding the process. Below is a list of three questions everyone should ask when they make a consultation appointment to learn more about teeth bleaching from a general dentist.
While many people choose to undergo professional teeth bleaching services because they want to whiten and brighten their teeth, some have stains on their teeth that they want to be removed permanently. Teeth bleaching by a general dentist can remove many stains, including extrinsic ones caused by consuming certain foods and drinks. However, when it comes to the intrinsic stains resulting from decay, injury, or taking medications, other treatments, e.g., bonding and veneers, must be used.
Teeth bleaching is considered to be a safe procedure when performed by a general dentist. Dentists have access to the safest bleaching materials. Since they have been fully trained on safely whitening their teeth, they understand what is necessary to provide their patients with a safe teeth bleaching procedure. The entire teeth bleaching procedure will be supervised and monitored by a team of dental professionals, allowing patients to feel confident in the procedure's safety.
Understanding how long to expect teeth bleaching results to last is important, as results can last anywhere between six months and two years. When a dental patient undergoes a thorough examination during a consultation appointment, the dentist will better know how long one can expect the results to last. There are also lifestyle behaviors that dentists will recommend their patients follow to expect longer-lasting results, e.g., stop smoking and use a straw when drinking stain-causing drinks.
If you or someone you know is considering teeth bleaching in the Santa Barbara area, the Julie A. Hemingway, D.D.S. team is here to help. We will work with you to create a customized treatment plan to give you the smile makeover you deserve. Call our office to learn more about our services or to schedule a consultation.
Request an appointment here: https://www.hemingwaydds.com or call Julie A. Hemingway, D.D.S. at (805) 409-2358 for an appointment in our Santa Barbara office.
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