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Laser Teeth Whitening
What is Laser Teeth Whitening?
Laser teeth whitening is a cosmetic dental procedure that makes use of heated lasers to remove stains and discoloration from the surface of the teeth.
What does Laser Teeth Whitening do?
Laser teeth whitening works to help clean up the surface of the teeth. It is a primarily cosmetic procedure that is used to improve the appearance of the teeth, but does not offer any benefits to the stability or the structure of the teeth. The laser treatment helps to neutralize and remove any stains that may have developed on the teeth over time, thereby evening out the coloration of the affected teeth and providing a lighter, more natural color.
What are the advantages of Laser Teeth Whitening over similar treatments?
Laser teeth whitening is a painless and simple procedure that has lasting benefits to the surface appearance of the teeth. The laser works to treat the surface of the tooth in a way that is easier to control and more specific than many other types of similar whitening procedures, including whitening gels, toothpastes and strips. The benefits of a laser controlled procedure include a more dramatic affect on the coloration of the teeth than many of these other treatment types. Laser teeth whitening is less likely to fade or be negated over time than some of the leading types of other whitening treatments.
Who is a candidate for Laser Teeth Whitening?
Laser teeth whitening is not for every dental patient. In most cases, the technician performing the procedure will require that the patient be an adult or an adolescent who is old enough to have had his adult teeth grow in completely. The reason for this is so that the benefits of the procedure are not negated unnecessarily by natural growth of the teeth. If the patient has known sensitivity to lasers or heat, this procedure may not be the best option for them.
What does the procedure involve?
The laser whitening procedure typically involves a simple treatment process. The patient's lips and gums will be supported out of the way of the laser so that they cannot come into contact with the light. The dental technician will then utilize the laser to target certain specific parts of the teeth that are affected in order to alter the coloration of those teeth. The laser treatment typically is completed within an hour or so, and the patient can leave immediately after. For more involved cases, a repeat of the visit to the dentist's office may be necessary.
What are the results?
The results of a successful laser teeth whitening procedure will be a cleaner, more even appearance of the teeth. The teeth will be uniformly lighter colored.
What is the recuperation period like?
There is little to no recuperation for this procedure. You'll need to avoid certain types of foods for a time in order to maintain the full benefits of the laser whitening procedure.
Dentists in Beverly Hills, CA
Dr. Kevin B. Sands, D.D.S.
Dr. Kevin B. Sands specializes in cosmetic dentistry, taking pride in offering the finest in patient care and services to each and every patient. He is determined to give you the smile you deserve! In fact, some of the most beautiful smiles in Hollywood have come through our doors. Dr. Kevin B. Sands has trained with some of the worlds most prominent cosmetic dental specialists. He is rapidly becoming known Beverly Hills leading cosmetic dentist for people ...
