Professional teeth whitening is the fastest and easiest way to achieve a fresh, new look and a smile you’re proud to show off. So when you finally decide to have treatment and see the transformation, you know that you don’t ever want to go back to a dull smile again!

A professional teeth whitening can be performed in a couple of different ways. You may decide you want immediate results and opt for in-office treatment; or, you might like more control over the process and choose to perform your treatment at home over a two-week period.

In either case, the results are stunning, and you only need to take steps to maintain them for as long as possible. If you have just had a teeth whitening treatment, you’ll want to keep these tips in mind:

• Be diligent about oral hygiene – Removing plaque and food debris from your teeth when you brush twice a day helps keep your smile from looking dull.
• Watch the food and beverages you choose – There’s a long list of foods to avoid, but some are coffee, red wine, dark berries, tomato sauce, soy sauce, and even some curries.
• Stay up to date with professional cleanings – During your cleaning, your hygienist will brush and floss your teeth thoroughly and finish with a brightening polish. Taking advantage of these appointments is an excellent way to keep your smile bright.
• Use your custom trays for touchups – You will have received a customized whitening tray and a supply of gel to use at home. Give yourself a touchup once a month to keep your smile bright.
• Stop using tobacco products – There is nothing that will cause teeth to stain faster than tobacco use, and you can’t smoke and expect a bright smile. If you would like to quit, talk to your dentist who will probably offer tips and support.

Any tooth that sustains damage due to decay or trauma does not have the same strength as a natural tooth that still has all of its enamel intact. In the case of a small cavity or chip, sometimes sealing your tooth with a dental filling is enough to protect it from decay and damage. Fillings, however, do not have the same strength as natural enamel, so if you sustain a crack, broken cusp, or deep decay that interferes with the structure of your tooth, it can break from the force of chewing or teeth grinding.

At our Gloss dental , we will always recommend the treatment that we would want for our own families. We will also discuss the pros and cons of each tye of treatment.

A dental crown can protect a damaged tooth by covering it completely. A dental crown essentially replaces your tooth’s enamel and absorbs some of the force when chewing, making it able to function properly and comfortably for day-to-day eating.

At Gloss Dental, we create custom dental crowns to fit and function properly.

• Esthetic options
• Comfortable fit
• Strong, high-quality materials
• Long-lasting with the proper care

By opting for a dental crown to repair your tooth, you can enjoy the many benefits of dental crowns:

• Reduced sensitivity
• Prolong the life of your tooth
• Improve the appearance of dark or damaged teeth
• Rebuild a worn bite