Your teeth initially start with a bright white
appearance, but over time they lose their luster and start taking a yellowish
shade or a stained look. This could be attributed to a number of causes, such
as the loss of enamel in teeth as the individual ages, from foods and drinks
such as coffee and tea that can stain teeth, smoking, and even some diseases.
Fortunately, those who wish to restore the white color of their teeth can opt
to have a cosmetic dentist perform an in-office whitening procedure.
The in-office dental whitening procedure first
starts with polishing the patient’s teeth with pumice; this process removes any
plaque off the surface of the teeth. Gauze is then set around and inside the
mouth to keep saliva away from the teeth. Then, a barrier is installed to
protect the patient’s gums from being coated with the whitening solution.
