If you have embarrassing white spots on your teeth, this could indicate weakened enamel and without treatment, you could be vulnerable to tooth decay. But our team can offer a treatment that not only masks these spots, but helps protect your smile from cavities. In today’s blog, your Celina, TX, dentist talks about treating these white spots with Icon® drill-free infiltrant.
The Causes of White Spots
Why do our teeth develop white spots? As portions of the outer enamel begin to erode, a process known as osseointegration, this could create spots. Not only do these impact the overall appearance of your smile, but they mean that full blown cavities are soon to develop. Which is why we want to offer treatment. With Icon®, we can help prevent these areas from becoming cavities, while at the same time masking the white spots so your smile appears more attractive.
Treatment with Icon®
There is no need for a drill, the treatment is fast, convenient, and very effective. Our team will apply the Icon® infiltrant resin to the weakened portions of the teeth. We then remove any excess materials and begin curing the material with a special light. The material then strengthens the weakened areas so cavities don’t form, and you have a tooth free of unsightly white or yellow areas. The process only takes one visit to complete!
Preventing Cavities and Unsightly Spots
To reduce the risk of white spots and cavities in the future, you can start with improvements to your oral hygiene habits. For example, make time to brush your teeth for two minutes when you wake up and then again before going to bed. Each time be sure you use a fluoride toothpaste to help keep enamel strong. Make time to floss every evening before you brush the second time, so you can remove what a toothbrush alone cannot. Your diet matters too, as one low in sugar and starch deprives harmful bacteria of the fuel necessary to create plaque buildup and weaken the outer enamel. Finally, make time to see our team for a checkup and cleaning visit, so we can remove all plaque and tartar and polish the smile to keep your teeth strong.
If you have any questions about removing yellow or white areas of your teeth, or about halting decay in the earliest stages of demineralization, then contact our team today. We want to help you and your family maintain strong and healthy smiles.
Schedule a Visit for Your Cosmetic Treatment
If you want to brighten your smile and remove unsightly spots, and would like to schedule an appointment, call Celina Family Dentistry in Celina, TX at (214) 851-0130. We want to help your smile shine!
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