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\"MesquiteWhat do people dislike about their smiles? Yellowed, dull enamel makes people feel so uneasy they will not smile broadly when talking or getting their pictures taken. Studies show that a bright, friendly smile creates a great first impression– so critical in our image-conscious world.<\/p>\n

How can you get your very best smile? Mesquite teeth whitening from Byron<\/u><\/a> McKnight<\/u><\/a> DDS<\/u><\/a> helps individuals show ideal smiles through a one-visit, in-office treatment.\u00a0 Some patients choose a gradual, but just as effective, version used in the privacy of their own homes.<\/p>\n

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How Mesquite teeth whitening works<\/h3>\n

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Your cosmetic dentist in Mesquite evaluates a patient\u2019s teeth and gums to ensure freedom from decay,\u00a0 multiple restorations and periodontal disease.\u00a0 If all is ok,\u00a0 the dentist proceeds with teeth whitening. The Mesquite dentist allows adults and older teens 2 options: in-office or at-home whitening, Both treatments brighten teeth by many shades of color.<\/p>\n

Whitening gel contains concentrated hydrogen peroxide. Applied under the supervision of Dr. McKnight, the gel lifts out stains caused by organic material deep in tooth enamel. This discoloration is called extrinsic<\/u><\/a> staining<\/u><\/a>.<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n

Stains develop over time. They come from what we eat and drink and also from tobacco usage. Smoking or dark foods, such as coffee, blueberries, soy sauce, cola, tea and red wine, are common causes of discoloration. Some medications stain enamel, too, as does not brushing and flossing well or neglecting professional dental cleanings.<\/p>\n

The\u00a0 in-office whitening procedure takes about one hour. Dr. McGuire\u2019s team uses a protective dam to protect the soft tissues of the mouth against sensitivity.\u00a0 The gel is applied to the front side of the teeth every 15 minutes.<\/p>\n

As the gel seeps in, toothlor brightens. After rinsing, the patient leaves the office with a dazzling smile–brighter by 8 to 10 shades! Years of stains vanish.<\/p>\n

At home, the patient uses customized acrylic trays to apply the gel. The home version is not as concentrated as the in-office treatment; so the individual\u00a0 wears the filled trays for a prescribed time daily. While more gradual, the whitening is just as dramatic.<\/p>\n

The long-term effect<\/h3>\n

Mesquite teeth whitening makes a person feel better about his smile. Patients say they look and feel younger. They deal with social and professional situations more confidently. The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry says that an overwhelming majority of Americans believe that a bright smile helps them in dating situations.<\/p>\n

Teeth whitening patients maintain their new color by:<\/p>\n