Your smile plays an important part when it comes to the impression you make on others. This is why so many people do everything it takes to make their teeth look great. More than one-third of individuals, according to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, worry about the appearance of their teeth. If you look carefully, you will notice that many people hide their teeth when having their photos taken. In addition, a huge percentage of people believe that a bad smile can hurt their chances of career success.
 

This is why teeth whitening and teeth color restoration services are so popular. However, do you know the difference between the two? They may seem like the same thing, but there is a difference. If you have cavities, stains on your teeth, or yellow teeth, getting a tooth color restoration or whitening treatment is a great solution. These treatments can help restore your teeth to their original appearance.
 

Tooth Color Restoration

This treatment involves filling a tooth with a strong chemically-bonded material matched to your tooth color. This natural white-colored filling is almost invisible and can be up to 95 percent as strong as your natural healthy teeth. On the other hand, a silver filling is only about 45 percent as strong as a natural healthy tooth.
 

This treatment option replaces unattractive silver dental amalgam. Tooth color restoration offers color stability, durability, aesthetic properties, and material-handling capabilities. It bonds to the remaining tooth structure, as opposed to amalgam/silver restorations, which lock into the structure of the tooth. This makes this treatment option a conservative approach to the tooth restoration process. It requires less drilling to secure the filling.
 

Some of the benefits of tooth color restoration include:
 

1) Beautiful appearance

The filling material for this treatment comes in many different shades. Therefore, it is easy to find a shade that matches your natural tooth color. In addition, the materials used on your front teeth tend to have a high shine. However, those used on the back teeth are designed for strength. These treatments will give your tooth a natural look that is almost undetectable.
 

2) Durability

A tooth color restoration is amazingly hard and can last a lifetime. However, durability will depend on the size of the filling, how you maintain and clean your teeth, and your biting force.
 

3) Noticeability
 

A tooth color filling feels natural. In fact, after the procedure, you can bite again and feel your teeth. You will not notice anything different. It is also comfortable and smooth.
 

Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening, according to the American Dental Association, is a process of removing stains from the surface of your teeth and restoring them to their natural color. During the procedure, the dentist uses whitening agents usually found in mouthwash and toothpaste. To achieve the highest quality whitening and safety, you need to visit your dentist.
 

The whitening process involves the use of highly concentrated bleaching agents administered by a trained hygienist or dentist. The cost of having your teeth whitened by a dentist is higher than that of at-home whitening systems. However, the results will last longer, and the process will be safer than doing it at home.
 

Some of the things you should know about teeth whitening include:
 

• This process only whitens your teeth. Therefore, it will not work on different types of caps, replacement teeth, or fillings. For the best results, whiten your teeth first before having other dental procedures done.

• When you whiten your teeth, the results will not be permanent. If you fail to take good care of your teeth, the stains will return.

• You need to have your cavities taken care of before whitening your teeth.

• You may experience some temporary sensitivity after the treatment, but serious side effects are not likely.

• If you are pregnant, do not whiten your teeth.

To know more about whitening and tooth color restoration, visit Riverview Dental at our offices in Corunna, Michigan. You can also call (1) 989-743-4851 to book an appointment today.