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You can take several approaches to whiten your smile. Today's most common methods include:
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Retail Whitening Products |
 All toothpastes help remove surface stain
through the action of mild abrasives. Some "whitening" toothpastes
have special chemical or polishing agents that provide additional stain removal
effectiveness. These products, used in conjunction with proper dental
hygiene, will aid in maintaining your white smile.
Often times, however, people use these products hoping for a dramatic change in tooth whitening and are disappointed by the results. Unlike bleaches, these products do not alter the intrinsic color of teeth and despite some manufacturer claims, most people will only realize a difference of one to three shades.* A wide variety of whitening related retail products, such as whitening strips and kits, are also available for home use. These methods typically will produce a slightly better result than a whitening toothpaste.*
*Results are based upon independent testing by various consumer agencies.
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At Home Bleaching |
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Opalescence produces faster results than most retail whitening products. Results are often seen after one night. Optimum natural whiteness usually occurs when the process is continued for a week to 10 days. Our dentists will go over what you can expect for your individual situation. Opalescence is proven to be safe. Whitening your teeth, under the supervision of your dentist, has been proven safe in clinical studies over a period of many years. The primary ingredient in Opalescence is carbamide peroxide, which has been safely used to brighten the smiles of millions of people worldwide. Additionally, Opalescence 10% holds the American Dental Association's Seal of Approval. There are a small number of people that could experience increased sensitivity to hot or cold during the whitening process. This is temporary and can be treated with ibuprofen or another product your dentist may have. The sensitivity will normally go away within the first 48 hours after the whitening process is completed. Opalescence offers long-lasting results. The duration of your results depends largely upon you. The results may be permanent. If you practice good oral hygiene and brush normally, especially after consuming staining foods or beverages, your results could last for years. If you use staining substances like coffee, tobacco and red wine you may want periodic touch-ups for one or two days every couple of years. How does Opalescence work? We will take impressions of your teeth that will allow for custom trays to be made for your bleaching procedure. The Opalescence gel is placed in these thin, comfortable trays and fitted over your teeth. As you whiten your teeth, carbamide peroxide is broken down and oxygen enters the enamel and dentin. This bleaches out the discolored areas. The structure of the tooth is not changed. The color of the tooth is simply made lighter. Call us today to discuss how much whiter and healthier your teeth can become by using our Opalescence System.
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In-office Bleaching |
 North Country Dental can restore your smile to its natural
luster in only one hour!
By using the Rembrandt One-Hour Whitening Program, we will provide you with a whiter, healthier smile that has been clinically proven to whiten teeth an average** of 10 shades in one hour. The program does not require the use of a mouth tray. This is a one-visit procedure that your dentist will perform. Rather than having to wear a mouth tray night after night, you will see results immediately. The procedure is safe and will not harm teeth or gums. The safety of the Rembrandt Program is supported in more than 20 research studies at leading dental universities.
** Tooth discoloration may be the result of genetics, medication, poor oral hygiene, aging, smoking, certain foods and beverages or a combination of these factors. People with most types of discoloration can achieve lighter teeth through the Rembrandt One-Hour Whitening Program. The type of stain you have will affect how much whitening you will experience.
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Which System Is Best For You? |
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You may want to start by speaking with your dentist. He or she can tell you whether whitening procedures would be effective for you. Whiteners may not correct all types of discoloration. For example, yellowish hued teeth will probably bleach well, brownish-colored teeth may bleach less well, and grayish-hued teeth may not bleach well at all. Additionally, bleaching may not enhance your smile if you have had bonding or tooth-colored fillings placed in your front teeth. The whitener will not effect the color of these materials, and they will stand out in your newly whitened smile. In these cases, you may want to investigate other options, like porcelain veneers or dental bonding. For more information on whitening, call us today. The many options available to you for whitening your teeth can be explained quickly and simply in one phone call. Once you have the answers, an in-office consultation can be scheduled and you're on your way to the perfect smile you've always wanted. So call today...and dazzle 'em tomorrow!
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Everybody loves a bright white smile,
and there are a variety of products and procedures available to help you improve
the look of yours. 
North Country Dental provides Opalescence Tooth Whitening
Systems for at home bleaching that produces dramatic results. 
How does the Rembrandt One-Hour
Whitening Program work? The Rembrandt Lightning Gel is a sensitivity-free,
35% hydrogen peroxide formula that, when activated by the Rembrandt Sapphire or
Rembrandt Virtuoso light, provides instant and dramatic results.
