Is your smile not as bright as you’d like it to be? Do you find yourself hiding your smile in photographs and during conversations because you’re embarrassed by the color of your teeth? Are you constantly worried about what others think about the color of your pearly whites? If so, you’re certainly not alone. Thousands of people in the US alone struggle with yellow or gray teeth every day due to dental trauma, certain medications, specific genetic conditions, and simply the passage of time. Fortunately, you don’t have to let dull, discolored teeth hold you back in life if you don’t want to! Read on as we cover three easy ways your cosmetic dentist can help brighten up your gray teeth in Falmouth.
1.) Teeth Whitening
The most popular way to brighten a smile is a professional teeth whitening treatment! A whitening service from your cosmetic dentist is far more powerful, reliable, and predictable than anything you can get online or in stores. Plus, thanks to their professional-grade products and the experienced hand of your dentist, these treatments are often far more comfortable as well.
Professional teeth whitening can seep deep into your enamel and break up tough stains that have developed over years of enjoying staining foods and drinks like coffee, wine, pasta sauce, dark berries, and more. However, if your teeth are gray because of an internal injury or other condition, it may not be the most effective choice for you.
2.) Dental Bonding
Dental bonding is a common way to correct minor chips, cracks, and gaps in the teeth, but it is also an excellent choice for erasing stubborn stains. This service uses the same tooth-colored composite resin that is used for white fillings. The resin is molded carefully over your tooth, completely concealing the discoloration. Then, it’s hardened and polished until it looks like a natural part of your tooth!
This is a reliable way to fix up practically any minor imperfection, including many instances of discoloration that professional teeth whitening can’t tackle. While dental bonding can effectively handle most tooth stains, there are a few instances that are best treated with the next option.
3.) Veneers
Veneers are by no means the least expensive cosmetic option for brightening up gray teeth, but they are the most comprehensive. These ultra-thin, custom-made shells of dental porcelain can be adhered to the front-facing surface of one or more teeth to completely redesign its appearance. While it is lengthier and more invasive than dental bonding or teeth whitening, getting veneers can typically combat nearly any cosmetic imperfection, including stubborn stains and gray discoloration. The results are also longer-lasting and stain-resistant, so you can count on your shining smile for many years to come.
Not sure where to begin? Call your dentist for a consultation! They’ll be happy to evaluate your smile and recommend which of these services would be the best way for you to fix your gray teeth.
About the Practice
Dr. Rob McVety of Casco Bay Smiles is dedicated to helping patients in Falmouth and the surrounding communities achieve the beautiful, healthy smiles they deserve. Not only has he outfitted his office with state-of-the-art technology and a friendly team that truly cares about their patients, but he offers a wide variety of cosmetic dental treatments that can help you say goodbye to gray teeth and hello to a beautiful smile. To learn more about your options, contact him online or at (207) 517-7008.