What Is Internal Bleaching?
After a root canal, it's common for a tooth to darken over time. This happens because the tooth loses its blood supply once the pulp is removed, which can cause it to lose its natural color. If the pulp was damaged before the root canal, internal bleeding or infection can also lead to staining, making the tooth appear gray, brown, or yellow. To help restore the appearance of a tooth after root canal therapy, Eastern Shore Endodontics is pleased to offer internal bleaching. While most tooth whitening treatments target the outside enamel, internal teeth bleaching lightens stains inside the tooth canals, creating a more seamless look for your smile. If you're bothered by the appearance of your tooth after a root canal treatment, schedule a consultation with Dr. Tres Manasco at our office in Daphne, AL to learn if you're a candidate for internal teeth whitening.
How Do You Bleach Teeth Internally?
The internal bleaching process at Eastern Shore Endodontics is simple and straightforward. After your examination, we'll numb the tooth and gums to limit any discomfort you might notice during your visit. While internal teeth whitening is generally comfortable, we can also provide nitrous oxide sedation, depending on your needs. Dr. Manasco will open a small hole in the tooth to access the inner pulp, where the discoloration has set in. After cleaning the tooth, he'll fill it with an internal bleaching material and seal it with a temporary filling. We'll leave this bleaching agent in place until the tooth has reached your desired color, at which point we'll have you come back so Dr. Manasco can remove it and strengthen the tooth with permanent filling. Internal bleaching results can last for 5 – 7 years. We'll work with you and your dentist to schedule follow-up treatments as needed to maintain the look of your smile.
What Are the Benefits of Internal Bleaching?
When discoloration affects the inner pulp chamber of your tooth, internal bleaching provides a convenient solution. This treatment can deliver a variety of benefits for your smile, including:
- Provides a minimally invasive alternative to other cosmetic treatments, like veneers
- Restores the appearance of your tooth for a more appealing smile
- Is cost-effective compared to other restorations
- Provides quick results with minimal active treatment time
- Works for internal stains that don't respond to traditional teeth whitening treatments
- Offers a safe and effective way to lighten internal stains
Eastern Shore Endodontics Reviews
Eastern Shore Endodontics is by far the best dental experience I have ever had. From the first call I knew I made the right choice picking this location. DR Manasco and his team are above exceptional when it comes to patient care and efficiency. 12/10 would recommend!
If having a root canal could be a pleasant experience, this was it! It was pretty quick and painless and Dr. Tres called to check on me that evening to make sure all was still going well. I highly recommend!
It was the BEST experience!! There was no need to be anxious at all! Dr. Tres and his amazing staff were so kind and caring!
Everything went well with my wife’s root canal, no pain and no complications. Dr Manasco followed up with her same night, attention well appreciated
I had originally an appointment a week out and my tooth was killing me. They squeezed me in the next day and did 2 root canals. Dr talked me through each step and called and check on me the same day. I have no pain now. The office staff was amazing and welcoming.
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Achieve A Brighter Smile with Internal Teeth Whitening
Stained teeth can have a major impact on your comfort and confidence, even if your oral health is good. If you're bothered by the appearance of your tooth after root canal therapy, contact Eastern Shore Endodontics to learn if internal teeth whitening is the solution to give you the smile you deserve. Led by Dr. Manasco, our team is committed to helping you improve your dental health with personalized endodontic treatments. Schedule a consultation at our Daphne, AL office today to get started.