Cosmetic Dentistry

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DANIEL H. DAVIS D.D.S.
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Nite White® is a tooth bleaching system that is a vast improvement over former whitening techniques. It is more effective, better-tasting, and can be done while you sleep.

Nite White is a clear, peppermint cream or wild cherry flavored, viscous gel. It is10%, 16% or 22% carbamide peroxide with a pH of 6.9. Carbamide peroxide has been FDA approved for many years as an oral antiseptic, but has only recently been used for its tooth-whitening capabilities, Former methods of tooth bleaching had to be performed in the dental office and used caustic solutions and intense heat. Nite White utilizes a mild solution which is dispensed to patients by a dentist, but is applied by the patient outside the office using a thin mouth-guard tray that is worn at night.

Some Common Questions:

What is tooth whitening?
It's actually a bleaching process that lightens discolorations of enamel and dentin. The system uses a mild solution retained in a custom-fitted appliance that is worn over your teeth while you sleep.

What causes tooth discoloration?
There are many causes. The most common include aging, consumption of staining substances (coffee, tea, colas, tobacco), trauma, tetracycline (antibiotic) staining, excessive fluoride, nerve degeneration, and old restorations.

Who may benefit from tooth whitening?
Almost everyone. However, there are some cases where the treatment may not be effective. A dentist may determine viable candidates for the process through a thorough oral examination and diagnosis. The tooth-lightening system is ideal for patients who have healthy, unrestored teeth and would like to have a whiter, brighter smile.

Why is the Nite White process unique?
Because you can whiten your teeth comfortably and effectively, in private, while you sleep.

Is the process safe?
Research indicates that whitening teeth with 10% carbamide peroxide under the supervision of a dentist is safe for teeth and gums.

How does it work?
The Nite White gel is placed in a thin bleaching tray that fits over your teeth. As the active ingredient in the gel, carbamide peroxide, is broken down, oxygen enters the enamel and dentin and bleaches the colored substances. The structure of the tooth is not changed; only the tooth color is made lighter.

How long does it take?
Results are usually seen in the first night. Maximum results generally occur when the process is continued for 10 to 14 nights.

Are there any side effects?
Some people experience increased tooth sensitivity to cold during the treatment. Others have reported temporary discomfort, such as gum or tooth sensitivity. These symptoms always disappear within 1-3 days after interruption or completion of the treatment.

How long do the results last?
The teeth will always be lighter than they were. However, some patients may need periodic re-bleaching for one or two nights every six to twelve months.

	BEFORE	A NOTE OF ASSURANCE Tooth whitening is a relatively new process in cosmetic dentistry. However, the solution that is employed has been safety used for many years in the treatment of gums and other oral soft tissue. The whitening process is most effective on mildly discolored teeth, Darker stains, such as those caused by antibiotics, take longer to respond to treatment. The degree of whiteness will vary from patient to patient, depending on the structure of the teeth and the duration of time that the system is used. If you have any questions, please ask. We're here to help you maximize your smile. The introduction of Nite White® means the whiter, brighter smile you've always dreamed of can be yours in just a few days. *Remember, only a dentist can make your teeth their Whitest.*
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