Teeth whitening has become extremely popular as a stand-alone cosmetic procedure, and rightfully so. Something as simple as lightening your teeth can create a beautiful, bright smile.
As common as teeth whitening is, some people are unaware of its complementary nature. There are benefits to be gained from brightening your smile alongside other procedures and whitening can be used to enhance the results from several dental treatments.
Dental Procedures that are Complementary to Professional Whitening
Dental Veneers – Requiring just minimal preparation of your existing teeth for placement, these cosmetic additions can make a dramatic change in your smile. If you only need the front of your teeth treated with veneers, lightening your untreated teeth to match may be recommended, as porcelain cannot be lightened later.
Bridges and Partials – Like veneers, these prosthetics cannot be whitened after the shade is chosen. If you are a candidate for dental restoration and still have healthy natural teeth that aren’t as bright as you’d like, you can opt to lighten your existing teeth before choosing the shade for your prosthetic.
Braces – It is common to find staining at the sites of the brackets after completing treatment with metal braces. Chairside whitening is recommended to address the uneven discoloration that braces can leave behind.
Invisalign® Clear Aligners – While these form-fitting aligner trays can be removed to allow for proper dental hygiene at home and do not cause staining, if you desire a whiter smile, these trays can be used in conjunction with professional at-home whitening systems. Furthermore, when teeth are straight, the whitening gel can be applied to the entire visible surface of the smile. Depending on your individual circumstance, this treatment is provided at various points of the process.
Brightening your smile can be a complementary service to any procedure that is cosmetic or restorative in nature. Dr. Hanson provides the highly effective Venus White® system for teeth whitening in Indianapolis. We offer both chairside whitening and take home trays that can give you a brighter smile in days. If you are seeking to improve the look of your smile, call Hanson Family Dentistry today.