SENSATIONAL QUESTIONS
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it comes to your oral health, your questions are vital. Fortunately,
our team of professional experts has all the answers you need!
Read through some of our patients’ most frequently asked questions
and the answers. If you don’t see your question on here,
please give us a call. We are always eager to provide you with
the information you need.
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Your crowns should last anywhere from 5-8 years. However, with good
oral hygiene and supervision, most crowns will last for a much longer
period of time. Some damaging habits like grinding your teeth, chewing
ice or fingernail biting may cause this period of time to decrease
significantly.
Typically, tooth bleaching can last anywhere from 1-5 years. The
original cause of the stains and whether or not you discontinue those
actions or behaviors determines how long your teeth will stay white.
Although the process of whitening can cause sensitivity, it does not cause damage to teeth, dental restorations or gum tissue when done correctly. That’s why Sensational Smiles’ team carefully monitors your teeth whitening process.
Typically results can be seen in 1-3 weeks. The custom made trays provide quicker results because more bleach gets to more areas and the teeth bleach more evenly. Crest Strips are an acceptable alternative and do not require you to have us make an impression of your teeth.
White/composite fillings are superior to silver fillings in several ways. First, a composite filling allows us to remove less tooth structure because the composite material bonds to the tooth. Silver fillings must be wedged into place. Second, a white/composite fillings bond and seal tooth structure thus decreasing the risk of breaking tooth structure in the future. Finally, white/composite fillings are tooth colored and prevent the dark/grey look associated with sliver fillings.
No, only about 15 percent of teeth that have crowns completed will
need root canals. The need for a root canal is related to the
total trauma that the tooth has experienced over time. It is true
that if a tooth has a root canal done on it, then you most often will
want to have a crown completed to protect your tooth from splitting.
Dentists can sell higher percentage of bleach than the store. The
higher percentage of bleach produces better and quicker results.
Invisalign has programs for teenagers and adults alike. Because every
patient’s need is different, talk to your Sensational Smiles
dentist to set up a complete evaluation to determine what would work
best in your situation.
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