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For people who want a smile that is brighter, the process of tooth whitening can be easily administered. Tooth whitening can reduce staining and discoloration and finally allow a patient a whiter and brighter set of teeth.
But how much really can your teeth become whiter? Some tooth whitening products claim that your teeth can become nine shades whiter. This is exaggerating. A whitening of two or three shades is more doable and can already wage a significant change in a person’s smile.
It is important to note at this point that our teeth have no uniform whiteness. Usually, the whitest teeth are the two front teeth while molars are generally two shades darker. A realistic goal for anyone wishing to have a whiter set of teeth is for the process to achieve its optimum level while retaining the natural look of white teeth. Besides, the whitening results vary from patient to patient depending on the teeth structure and procedure type.
But first, what causes tooth discoloration? Remember that aging, chemical alteration and staining are factors that contribute to discoloration as are medications, tea, coffee, cola soft drinks and cigarette.
There are also other factors that affect the color of teeth like genetics and disease. Some people have naturally whiter teeth enamel and their kids can acquire this gene trait. But if you suspect that there’s a physiological bourgeois behind the color of your teeth, it is ideal to consult your doctor too so you can superior inform your dentist.