Do We Need White Teeth During a Pandemic? | Riverside Dentist

We may be stuck in some type of quarantine and wearing a mask is required in most places, so most of us don’t exactly have a way to show off our smiles these days, but that doesn’t mean that we don’t want to have the prettiest, brightest smile possible. And if we have some staining issues, we do our best to try to brighten our smiles. There are many methods available, such as brushing, bleaching strips, bleaching pen, bleaching gel, and of course, professional whitening treatments.

But you may be thinking, I keep up with my regular dental hygiene – why are my teeth still yellowing> This happens because the outer layers of your teeth get stained over the years by consumption of beverages with caffeine, soda, wine and smoking. And when these outside sources of staining are left to sit on the teeth all day until your next brushing, the dentin on your teeth becomes yellowish or darkened. The best way to help your stained discolored teeth is with one of the easiest cosmetic dentistry procedures, professional tooth whitening.

The most popular and convenient method is with the KoR whitening technique. This procedure is done in our office in about an hour. Our trained clinicians first place a protective barrier on the cheeks and gums. The KoR whitening gel is then applied to the teeth. Over the span of 6-10 hours, KoR whitening trays penetrate the surface of the teeth to break up stains and discolorations for a bright, healthy smile you’ll want to show off – once it is all safe to do so.

To set up an appointment, call Dr. Middleton’s office in Riverside, CA at (951) 688-3442 or through the website.

Dr. Gerald Middleton proudly accepts patients from Riverside and all surrounding areas.

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