Not everyone is a candidate to have their teeth whitening. Rancho Cucamonga Dentists often advise against bleaching if you have tooth-colored fillings or crowns, cap, or bonding in your front teeth.
The bleach will not change the color of these materials and make them stand out from the whiter smile.
Rancho Cucamonga Dentists will inform you that you might consider other options, such as bonding or veneers, in these cases.
Veneers are thin pieces made of plastic or porcelain that are glued to your front teeth.
Veneers are a great option for teeth that have been severely damaged, discolored or misaligned. They can create a beautiful smile that lasts and is pleasing to the eye. Veneers are popular among people looking for a beautiful smile.
There are two types of veneers:
Indirect porcelain veneers are made from porcelain and must be first created at a dental lab. It will then need to be fitted by a Rancho Cucamonga Dentist.
Composite (guide) veneers are where the tooth can be directly attached to another tooth in one visit. Composite veneers are typically $250 per tooth.
Rancho Cucamonga dentists say that bonding uses composite resin to shape or color the smile, fill in any gaps, and reestablish damaged or chipped teeth.
Your Rancho Cucamonga Dentist will apply the resin to your teeth. The material is then polished with a high intensity light.
Bonding is a popular choice for people who prefer it to fillings. The material can be matched to the shade of your teeth.
Bonding is more expensive than silver fillings and can yellow your teeth if you smoke.
Rancho Cucamonga Dentists will let you know if you are a good candidate for bonding or veneers.