Stained or Yellow Teeth
Why teeth discolour, which stains respond to whitening, and what to consider when whitening will not be enough.
Treatment options
Ordered from the most conservative option upward. A dentist will tell you which apply to your case — this is a map of the territory, not a recommendation.
- 1In-Office Teeth WhiteningProfessional-strength whitening applied by a dentist in a single appointment.Priced for the full treatmentRarely covered
- 2Take-Home WhiteningCustom-fitted trays and professional gel used at home over a period of days or weeks.Priced for the full treatmentRarely covered
- 3Dental Cleaning & ExamA routine hygiene visit: plaque and tartar removal, polishing, and an exam that usually includes x-rays.Priced per visitUsually covered
- 4Composite VeneersTooth-coloured resin shaped directly onto the teeth in one visit as a lower-cost, reversible alternative to porcelain.Priced per toothRarely covered
- 5Porcelain VeneersThin porcelain shells bonded to the front of teeth to change their shape, colour, and alignment.Priced per toothRarely covered
- 6Dental BondingTooth-coloured resin applied to repair a chip, close a small gap, or reshape a tooth.Priced per toothPartially covered
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