Professional teeth whitening is one of the most popular and inexpensive cosmetic dentistry treatments around. And under the supervision of your Springfield dentist, it is a safe and effective way to lift stubborn tooth stains.
However, we don’t recommend fad whitening products or kits and strips purchased in stores or online for a good reason.
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Have you noticed that your teeth have a dull appearance in photos? Or maybe when you look in the mirror, you wish your smile had more of a sparkle? If so, professional teeth whitening can help. With the Zoom! teeth whitening system, you can add pizzazz to your smile quickly and affordably.
The Zoom! teeth whitening system is an in-office ...
Are you interested in brightening your smile by up to eight shades in just one dental visit?
Professional teeth whitening allows Dr. Shane Ruggless to erase years of food and beverage stains. Decades ago, the only people walking around with a flawless, dazzling smile were Hollywood starlets, but now they are accessible to everyone.
If you want to enhance your smile quickly, ...
Whitening your teeth requires both a financial and time commitment. When you finally reach your ideal shade, keeping it that way is important. How quickly your teeth need a touch-up depends mostly on your habits and lifestyle.
We offer both speedy in-office teeth whitening and convenient custom take-home teeth whitening in our Springfield, IL dental office.
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This time of year it seems that parties fall nearly every other day. If you have company parties or family reunions on the calendar, you probably want to look your best. In addition to the proper attire, you might be thinking about the appearance of your smile, especially if it is a bit darker than it used to be.
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It’s not sugar alone that affects the health and appearance of your smile. Acid is the real culprit when it comes to eroding enamel. Even more than candy or sweets, certain drinks pose a big threat to your pearly whites. Here are a few beverages that might be causing your smile trouble.
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Do you have teeth that are darkening or changing colors? This can indicate some dental conditions that may require attention. In other cases, it may be natural staining that occurs when you eat or drink staining foods. In other cases, if you use tobacco, it can dramatically stain your teeth.
Certain prescription medication can cause your teeth to darken ...
You probably know that smoking can cause lung cancer, respiratory problems, and cost you a load of money from month to month. Did you know, however, that smoking or using chewing tobacco can have a serious negative impact on the health and appearance of your smile? One of the most deadly and disfiguring forms of cancer is oral cancer. It ...