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What are the reasons why teeth may get discolored and how to manage it

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There are a lot of reasons why teeth may get discolored and it is important for the dental practitioner to recognize the underlying cause before deciding on a treatment plan.  Discoloration can affect the entire arch (generalized discoloration) or maybe limited to few or several teeth in an arch. (Localized discoloration)Before we discuss on the treatment options for tooth discoloration, here are some reasons that might cause tooth discoloration.Tooth discoloration can be due to extrinsic or intrinsic factors. Continue reading →

Teeth Whitening

GoSmile Teeth Whitening Kit with Tara Hunt

TEETH WHITENING

Brighter teeth now are getting center stage in cosmetic dentistry. Most frequent reason patients seek for this dental care is discolored anterior teeth. Patients with normal teeth shades also do sometimes request for whitening treatments. Treatment options of discolored teeth include:

  • Removal of surface stains
  • Bleaching
  • Microabrasions and/or macroabrasions
  • Veneer
  • Porcelain crown

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