Is Teeth Whitening Right for You?
At Jane Clair Dental North York, teeth whitening starts with a simple assessment. This helps us check your oral health and see whether whitening can give you the result you want. A recent dental exam is often recommended before whitening. In some cases, a dental cleaning may also be suggested first. This helps remove surface buildup and may improve your whitening results.
Professional whitening works best on natural teeth with surface stains. It will not change the colour of crowns, veneers, fillings, or other dental restorations. If you have older dental work or deeper stains, your dentist may discuss other cosmetic treatments that can help create a more even smile.
What Your Teeth Whitening Visit May Include
Our North York dental clinic on Jane Street can guide you through a whitening plan that fits your smile and helps you maintain your results.
Your visit may include:
- Smile assessment
- Tooth shade review
- Sensitivity check
- Professional whitening treatment
- Take-home whitening guidance
- Aftercare instructions
What Causes Teeth to Look Darker?
Tooth colour can change for many reasons. Some stains stay on the surface of the teeth, while others are deeper and may not respond as well to whitening.
Common causes include:
- Coffee and tea
- Red wine and cola
- Smoking or tobacco use
- Aging
- Enamel wear
- Certain medications
- Dental trauma
- Deep internal stains
Whitening can work well for many surface stains. If your stains are deeper, your dentist may recommend another cosmetic treatment to help improve the colour and balance of your smile.