Teeth Whitening in Vienna, VA
If you want to gain a radiant smile, teeth whitening is a cosmetic dental procedure that can help. It is one of the most popular methods to change the color of natural enamel. A highly qualified dentist who whitens teeth professionally in his dental practice can achieve finer results over whitening treatments done at home.
If you choose to have professional teeth whitening at Tysons West Orthodontics & Children's Dentistry in Vienna, VA, you need to undergo dental examinations to ensure that your gums are healthy enough to bleach. Dr Ibrahim Alhussain will apply a gel containing hydrogen peroxide to the teeth. Hydrogen peroxide penetrates the porous outer layers of the teeth through a chemical reaction known as "oxidation", effectively decomposing stain compounds.
He offers a variety of teeth whitening methods such as gel, filled trays, bleached strips, and of course, teeth whitening. During the whitening process, he applies a high-quality, non-toxic chemical solution to each tooth. This process usually takes about an hour at our office in Vienna, VA.
Before the procedure, he records the current shade of the teeth and applies gauze bandages to keep the teeth dry. The teeth are then polished with a granular material to remove plaque from the surface. A retractor is used to place the cheeks, lips, and tongue far beyond the whitening solution. Next, the teeth are coated with the whitening solution only on the front, and then a barrier erected with rubber bands to further protect the solution from stress. The solution typically contains hydrogen peroxide and carbon peroxides as a bleaching agent, and it needs a curing light or laser to activate the peroxide.
Once applied, the solution is reapplied occasionally, depending on the brand. When the optimal shade is reached, the teeth would be rinsed. Fluoride application can help to alleviate the common side effects that arise from tooth sensitivity. Visits to the dentist for additional treatments should be planned until the desired shade is reached. After the treatment, foods and drinks with high pigment content should be avoided. Smoking of any kind and the consumption of colored alcohol and caffeine should also be avoided.
We welcome you to visit Tysons West Orthodontics & Children's Dentistry in Vienna, VA today. Call us at (703) 821-2222 to learn more about our whitening options.