Internal Bleaching in Raleigh, NC

Did you know that bacteria infection will not only damage your teeth but can also darken the color of the teeth? This discoloration happens inside the tooth but is very visible when you smile. In this situation, VP Dental can help you regain your bright smile through internal bleaching. 

What Is Internal Teeth Bleaching?

An infection of the dental pulp can give the tooth a darkened, discolored appearance on the outside. Regular whitening procedures cannot treat this kind of discoloration, so we offer internal bleaching, a method of whitening a tooth from the inside out. After a root canal is performed to remove the infected pulp, a safe sodium perborate paste is placed inside the tooth to break down stains from previous decay and give the tooth a whiter color.

Internal Bleaching vs Other Teeth Whitening Treatments

This type of tooth discoloration treatment is a specialized dental procedure that addresses tooth discoloration from within. Unlike traditional whitening methods, which only affect the tooth’s outer enamel, internal bleaching targets intrinsic stains that originate deep within the tooth structure.

Internal bleaching is often recommended for:

• Teeth that have undergone root canal therapy and have become discolored.
• Discolored teeth due to excessive fluoride exposure.
• Teeth that have been injured or traumatized and may become discolored.

Benefits of VP Dental Internal Bleaching

As a cosmetic dentistry treatment, internal bleaching mainly helps improve your smile’s appearance. However, it also has many more benefits, including the following:

1. It can significantly improve the appearance of teeth with deep-seated discoloration.
2. The results can last for many years.
3. By addressing the underlying cause of discoloration, internal bleaching can contribute to overall oral health.
4. It is a safe and effective tooth-whitening method.
5. Compared to other cosmetic procedures, this treatment is straightforward and reasonably priced.
6. No need for anesthesia during treatment.
7. Unlike veneers, internal bleaching maintains more of the tooth’s original structure, preventing additional tooth deterioration

How to Maintain Teeth after Internal Bleaching

The effects of internal bleaching usually last for a year or so. You can follow these recommendations to maintain general dental health after internal bleaching:

1. Maintain proper oral hygiene.
2. Consider wearing nightguards if you have teeth-grinding issues or sports mouthguards if you are an athlete.
3. Follow Dr. Preston’s recommended schedule of routine check-ups and cleaning.
4. Please inform Dr. Preston of any pain, tooth sensitivity, or other symptoms that you may experience after the treatment.

Whiten Discolored Teeth from Within

If you have a problem tooth with a color that doesn’t match the rest of your smile, contact us at VP Preston immediately. It could be a sign of infection. We can arrange a root canal treatment to treat the infection. Then, internal teeth bleaching in Raleigh, NC, can help whiten your tooth.

Do you wish you had a bright, healthy smile? Visit VP Dental in Raleigh, North Carolina, to make that dream a reality. Call us at (919) 518-0540 today to learn more about how our experienced dental team and high-quality dental services can improve your smile and oral health!