Besides performing preventative and restorative dental procedures such as implants and routine cleanings, Dr. Todd Wortman specializes in cosmetic treatments. Dr. Todd Wortman offers professional-grade tooth whitening treatments from his private practice in New Rochelle, New York.
Teeth whitening is one of the most common cosmetic dentistry procedures. Tooth discoloration can be the result of several conditions, including: Darkened Dentin-- Dentin can take on a darker yellow color due to overconsumption of fluoride during childhood when the adult teeth are forming. Dentin can also become discolored due to exposure to tetracycline in the womb or as a young child. Enamel Stains-- Foods and beverages rich in tannic acid such as wine, tea, and coffee can wear down enamel and cause stains. Heavy smoking is also a common cause of enamel discoloration. Over time, tobacco particles get lodged in the enamel and create difficult to remove brown stains. Thin Enamel--As people get older, their enamel naturally weakens. Dentin also tends to darken with time. When the outer layer of the tooth chips away, the discolored dentin underneath appears more pronounced and yellow.
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AuthorWith over 24 years of experience as a dentist, Dr. Todd Wortman operates a family dental practice in New Rochelle, New York. Archives
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