An attractive smile is a white smile -- but most teeth do not remain white forever. Drinking coffee, smoking, and other habits can rapidly deposit stain onto the teeth that interfere with its natural shine. Tooth whitening at home is effective between visits to the dentist, but professional whitening is much more effective. Dr. Paul Dunkling and Dr. Greg Penney specialize in restoring the natural color of the teeth at Dunkling and Penney in Burlington, VT, and Jericho, VT.
What are some ways to brighten your teeth?
Zoom
Zoom whitening is a process that uses hydrogen peroxide and a lamp. This technique helps develop a whiter smile, faster. Your dentist’s office does this procedure and usually takes 45 minutes to an hour to complete.
Cover it up with veneers
If you have stubborn stains, veneers are an excellent choice for whitening the teeth. Installing these coverings consists of applying a thin film over the natural tooth, obscuring any stubborn discoloration. The result is a whiter, more even tooth. While the teeth may become stained again, the veneer will continue to remain stainless.
Go to the dentist regularly
Visiting your dentist bi-annually helps to stave off decay, but your dentist also cleans and polishes your teeth, making them whiter and shinier. Brushing and flossing twice a day in between appointments in the dentist’s chair also helps with keeping your smile beautiful and bright.
Crowns
For deep, extensive discolorations of the teeth, crowns may be an option for you. Dentists can now produce crowns that are very natural looking and blend in with the rest of your teeth.
Call Dr. Dunkling and Dr. Penney today to schedule a consultation to make your smile shiny and bright. Dial (802) 863-3479 for our Burlington, VT, location. Patients in Jericho, VT, may reach us at (802) 899-3973.