Whitening treatments have increased by more than 300% over the past five years. From images of celebrities with gleaming grins to advertisements for at-home bleaching kits at every turn, the most desirable level of whiteness keeps getting brighter. But the fact is, the level of white that you can achieve may be limited by both genetic and lifestyle factors that play a major role in the color of your teeth. The starting condition of the enamel is a major determining factor in how white the teeth can get.

Teeth Whitening ia a procedure that brightens teeth that are discolored, stained, or have been darkened because of injury. It can be performed on most teeth, including teeth that have had root canal treatment.

Bleaching may be done completely in the dental office (known as chair-side bleaching) or the dentist may dispense a system for you to use at home (home-use bleaching). Please note that if you are considering using over-the-counter bleaching products, consult your dentist first, to ask about safety and effectiveness.

Although the effects of bleaching may last for several years, beverages and foods such as coffee and tea can stain teeth again. Consequently, periodic touch-up treatments may be needed.

When bleaching is not possible (as with teeth deeply stained due to past use of tetracycline), veneers or bonding may be needed.

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