Whitening vs. Veneers
Brightening the smile is dependent on the extent of wear and staining on your enamel. Whether you have deep, intrinsic stains or extrinsic discoloration due to years of wear, the advances in dentistry can transform your smile’s aesthetic. Dr. Stewart Gordon is a highly experienced dentist who can help you determine the best treatment to whiten your teeth. At our practice, we offer in-office whitening and porcelain veneers for patients seeking a smile makeover. Dr. Gordon has the expertise to cosmetically enhance and restore patients smiles. Below is a break down of each treatment.
Porcelain Veneers
For patients who have deep stains due to untreated decay, trauma, or fluorosis, simple whitening treatments will not be able to lighten the enamel. Discoloration can be gray toned or have white spots, and many patients complain that their stained tooth looks like an empty space when they smile.
Porcelain veneers offer a brand new front surface to your teeth and can effectively mask these deep stains. These thin-wafers of porcelain are fabricated to look and feel like natural teeth. With an in-depth consultation with Dr. Gordon, he can help you choose the best shade of white for your restoration. With some minor alteration to the enamel of your tooth. Dr. Gordon will accurately bond the veneer to the front of your tooth, creating a brand new surface.
Teeth Whitening
There are a variety of teeth bleaching products on the market, from over-the-country to professional whitening in dental offices. With his years of experience, Dr. Gordon has chosen Zoom! Teeth Whitening as the choice treatment for patients seeking to whiten their smiles. This treatment is effective for patients who have discoloration from years of wear and tear. Yellowed discoloration can be caused by poor at-home oral care routines, tobacco use, and consuming dark-staining foods and drinks.
In-office whitening treatments begin with a discussion with Dr. Gordon to determine the shade of white you desire. With Zoom! Teeth whitening treatment you can brighten your enamel up to eight shades in just 45 minutes. If you’re seeking a quick way to whitening your smile for an important event, visit the practice of Dr. Gordon for an effective treatment.
A brighter smile is possible with the cosmetic dental services provided by Dr. Gordon and his experienced team. For more information about our treatments or to schedule a consultation, contact our office today!