Re: Smoke stain on 2 upper front teeth can this be permanently removed?
- From: Mark & Steven Bornfeld <bornfeldmung@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Wed, 24 May 2006 21:46:14 GMT
nobody@xxxxxxxxxxx wrote:
I do not smoke any more and would like to know if the bleach
treatments can permanently remove the stains. I am caucasion and my
teeth are very porous. I have had my teeth clean and they look ok
except the smoke stain seems to be below the surface. Would the laser
whitening treatment remove this. If not what are the options to get
rid of this appearance? If the stains can be removed can the front
teeth be sealed with the method used for the molars of young to
prevent cavities in order to protect and maintain the whiten
appearance.
My teeth need straightening also. The uppers are just a little off on
one side, but the lowers came in at a pushed back angle. I can
tolerate a lot of pain, I have had cavities drilled without anesthetic
with out a problem at dental schools where the clamp on the gum was
there for a hours and also had the cord shoved deeply into the gums
for crown molds that were in for hours no problem. Can I have the
orthodontics done in a shorter period of time by applying more
pressure and at a lower price as I am in the lower income bracket?
Thanks for the help
If you're sure the teeth were cleaned thoroughly and they are still stained, it is likely that bleaching will help. Cannot say how much whitening you'll get, but you should get some--whether laser whitening, plasma light, take-home trays, or strips (Crest white strips). All these bleaching methods use the same active ingredient. Laser will be quicker, but more expensive. Crest white strips are by far the least expensive, and may be worth a shot.
You will not shorten orthodontic treatment by applying more than optimal force--you will just damage or loosen your teeth.
Steve
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Mark & Steven Bornfeld DDS
http://www.dentaltwins.com
Brooklyn, NY
718-258-5001
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