How To Whiten Ceramic Teeth
Our teeth are one of the most important parts of our body. They are not only used for chewing the food we eat but can also enhance our smile and the face we present to the world. Sometimes teeth can be damaged and need replacing with implants such as ceramic teeth. Ceramic teeth function just as your real teeth and are susceptible to stains and tartar buildup. There is no way to bleach or whiten ceramic teeth at home, but your dentist can assist you with replacements or other options available. Does this Spark an idea?
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Schedule an appointment with your dentist to discuss replacing your existing ceramic teeth with new ones. The replacement teeth may cost you from $1,500 to $5,000.
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Undergo the procedure for the new ceramic teeth. The implantation procedure starts with the doctor inserting one or more titanium posts into your jawbone. Your gum is stitched with absorbable stitches that will dissolve in two to three weeks. The procedure does require local anesthesia, and mild soreness of the gum is common.
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Allow your gums to heal for two to three months and the new white ceramic teeth to set. If you still have some of your natural teeth, they may appear dull and stained compared to the new bright ceramic teeth. If so, you may want to bleach your natural teeth or use one of a variety of methods to whiten your teeth, such as home bleaching kits and laser whitening.
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Bleach or whiten your teeth using the method recommended by your dentist to match the ceramic teeth.
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Allow your color to set for two to three weeks. If your ceramic teeth still don't match your natural teeth, you may want to talk to your dentist about further services such as a laser procedure or veneers.
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