Everybody loves a bright white smile, and there are a
variety of products and procedures available to help you improve the look of
yours. Many people are satisfied with the sparkle they get from daily oral
hygiene and regular cleanings at your dentist's office, but if you decide you
would like to go beyond this to make your smile look brighter; you should
investigate all of your whitening options.
Start by speaking with your dentist. He or she can tell you
whether teeth 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-colour teeth may bleach less well, and greyish-hued
teeth may not bleach well at all. If you have had bonding or tooth-colored
fillings placed in your front teeth the whitener will not affect the colour of
these materials, and they will stand out in your newly whitened smile. You may
want to investigate other options, like porcelain veneers or dental bonding.
If you are a candidate for whitening there are several ways
to whiten your smile:
In-office bleaching: This procedure is
called chairside bleaching and usually requires only one office visit. The
dentist will apply either a protective gel to your gums or a rubber shield to
protect the oral soft tissues. A bleaching agent is then applied to the teeth,
and a special light may be used. Lasers have been used during tooth whitening
procedures to enhance the action of the teeth whitening tucson
agent.
At-home bleaching: Peroxide-containing
whiteners actually bleach the tooth enamel. They typically come in a gel and
are placed in a mouth guard. Usage regimens vary. There are potential side
effects, such as increased sensitivity or gum irritation. Speak with your
dentist if you have any concerns.
Whitening toothpastes: All toothpastes
help remove surface stain through the action of mild abrasives.
"Whitening" toothpastes in the ADA Seal of Acceptance program have
special chemical or polishing agents that provide additional stain removal
effectiveness. Unlike bleaches, these ADA Accepted products do not change the
color of teeth because they can only remove stains on the surface.
Remember when selecting a whitener or any dental product; be
sure to look for the ADA Seal of Acceptance - your assurance that they have met
ADA standards of safety and effectiveness.
About Schumer:
Hello, my name is Dr. Corey Schumer. I come from the Midwest
and grew up in the city of Farmington Hills Michigan. I am an avid golfer and
dedicated family man. I moved my family to Tucson in April 2010, and fell in
love with the city mostly because of the people I have met. Since arriving in
Tucson my wife Jennifer, and daughter Kayla, have developed friends and I have
created a great network of health care providers to facilitate the best
possible care for my patients.
I attended Wayne State University and achieved Pre-Bachelors
acceptance to University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry. This allowed me
to finish school in fewer years than normal, and start providing quality
services to my community. While working in Detroit, I was able to treat an
under privileged and poor community, while enhancing my skills with very
difficult and medically compromised patients.
I come from a family of dental professionals. My father is a
gentle dental orthodontics in
Michigan and my brother is a general dentist in New York. Growing up I had the
privilege to watch my father provide dentistry to his patients, and the joy and
comfort he brought them. This is what inspired me to enter the dental
profession, making people smile.
I have many goals I would like to accomplish while being
your dentist. My main goal is to provide quality dental care in a relaxed and
inviting environment. I want to educate you, my patient, and make sure you
understand why treatment is recommended and when it is recommended. I strive to
set myself apart from other dentists in communication and comfort of my
patients. Many people do not know that dentistry has evolved from restorative
(fixing after something breaks), to preventative (providing emergency dentistry Tucson
in a preventative nature attempting to avoid future problems). I want to
educate you about dentistry in ways you may not have experienced in the past,
and work as a team to provide you with knowledge to achieve a healthy mouth.
