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You can ask almost anyone and they will tell you that they desire a more appealing smile. Due to this, the demand for cosmetic dentistry has experienced a sharp increase in the last several years, and, as part of that increase, more and more people are looking for a great teeth whitening system. Teeth whitening is a minimally invasive procedure that can drastically improve the look of your smile. 


While there are many products that whiten your teeth, it is important to first understand why your teeth are discolored to begin with.   


Here is a list of the most common reasons why people experience tooth discoloration:Teeth Whitening North Royalton


  • Old Age: Over time, the enamel of our teeth wears down from day-to-day activities and the things we eat. When your enamel wears down, the inner portion of your tooth is exposed, and this causes your teeth to appear more yellow. 
  • Foods/Beverages: If you are eating foods or drinking drinks that contain food coloring, are acidic, or have dark pigments, they can cause discoloration. Your enamel, while usually translucent, contains microscopic areas that can trap food particles and cause your teeth to look discolored. 
  • Tobacco Usage: No surprise here, but tobacco is not good for your overall or oral health. Tobacco causes an increase of plaque and tartar build up and can cause your teeth to look discolored. 
  • Trauma/Injury: Discoloration is quite common for a tooth after it has received some type of trauma or injury. This can be from biting into something and fracturing/cracking your tooth, or from getting hit in the mouth. 
  • Pharmaceuticals: Many prescription drugs and medications can cause discoloration as a side effect. 


Why is it important to know why your teeth are discolored?


Knowing what caused your discoloration will play an important role in how your specific case is treated. For example, a teeth whitening product that contains a bleaching agent will not be able to treat certain types of discoloration. In addition to this, if you have received a restoration like bonding, a crown, or filling, these will not respond to a bleaching agent. 


Make sure you stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter pages to keep an eye out for our next blog article. In this article, Dr. Florian will look at what teeth whitening treatment options are available. 


Are you interested in teeth whitening in North Royalton, OH?


If you are interested in learning more about teeth whitening, and learn more about your specific case, Dr. Florian welcomes you to schedule an appointment at his office in North Royalton!








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Info To Know About Dentures






There are many reasons why someone should consider dentures which include:

- Complete loss of all teeth within your mouth.
- Loss of multiple teeth within your mouth that create gaps.
- To make chewing and talking easier. 


For part 2 of our look at tooth sensitivity, we'll be looking at some of the causes. Here are a few notables ones:

tooth sensitivity north royalton ohTooth Decay
Since tooth decay results in the loss of enamel and exposes the more sensitive parts of the tooth, it stands to reason that it would make your teeth react to hot/cold and sweet/acidic foods. Having the tooth decay treated will resolve the problem.

Misaligned Bite
Teeth can shift for a number of reasons, including missing teeth, bone loss and thumb-sucking. The surrounding teeth will move to fill the the void in the case of a missing tooth. If your teeth have shifted, it may cause them to hit too soon or too hard when you bite. This can be fixed with bite correction.

Your mouth, gums and teeth can become infected, and some times, extreme sensitivity is a symptom of this. It's important to have this treated right away, as these infections can cause major health problems.

Dental Trama
A traumatic event can lead to tooth sensitivity. Sometimes this can mean large things (like cracking a tooth), and other times it can be smaller events like biting down to hard, or having a tooth drilled. This type of sensitivity can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months to subside.

Dentinal Sensitivity
Dentin, the layer beneath tooth enamel, is very sensitive, and its exposure to the elements is the most common cause of tooth sensitivity. This often happens because of gum recession from gum disease.

We'll look more at dentinal sensitivity in our third post. In the mean time, if you happen to be suffering from mouth pain, don't put off having it checked out. Make an appointment at our office in North Royalton today.