If you have teeth that have suffered through stains and discolorations, you might be worried about how you appear to others. Other people have this problem too, even those who practice good oral hygiene habits like brushing and flossing. We’ve helped countless patients in Northern Phoenix, North Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Desert Ridge with whitening their teeth. If you’re also thinking about getting your teeth whitened at Brookstone Dental Care in Phoenix, then read on for more information about the process.

Reasons your teeth may be stained:

Before you go and get your teeth whitened at Brookstone Dental Care, you should make sure you know what could have caused your teeth stains and discolorations. There are many things that could have contributed to this. Here are some examples of what could cause dark or yellow stains on your mouth:

• The things you eat will end up impacting your mouth’s coloring by a lot. If you eat a lot of sugary foods, for example, you can stain your teeth. Then there are beverages. Cola, coffee, wine, and tea are notorious for having dark color pigments that stick to the enamel that covers your teeth.
• Smoking is another thing that could be contributing to your stained tooth color. Nicotine binds with oxygen to create a yellow substance that sticks to teeth’s surfaces, and tar is naturally dark in color.
• Medications can also change the color of your teeth.
• Even age can be a factor. As you get older, the enamel naturally wears off your teeth because of eating and brushing. This means more dentin, the substance underneath, shows through.

Ways that teeth whitening works:

You can buy teeth whitening products over the counter at most stores in Phoenix, or you can buy it directly from your dentist. You can also have your dentist perform the whitening or bleaching at his office. The bleach will go into the teeth and begin breaking down stains and making them smaller and less concentrated, therefore providing a whiter, brighter smile.

Ask your dentist if it’s best for you:

Before you decide to whiten or bleach your teeth, remember that not every person or mouth is the same. Not all whitening products will work on your mouth, and you should ask your dentist what your options are.