Teeth Whitening
Have your teeth darkened, or does one tooth no longer match the others? Check the cause before deciding whether whitening can help.
What Can Teeth Whitening Help You Address?
Your teeth have darkened
Stains from daily habits and changes within a tooth do not respond in the same way. An exam can help identify the cause.
One tooth looks different
A single darker tooth or a color change that came on suddenly deserves assessment before whitening is considered.
Existing dental work may not match
Crowns and fillings do not whiten like natural teeth. Discuss them before deciding on a shade goal.
Your Care With Dr. Hsieh
Dr. Hsieh reviews discoloration, existing restorations and any sensitivity. He will discuss a suitable approach and realistic expectations, including how whitening may affect the balance of your smile.
Dr. Hsieh earned his D.D.S. from New York University in 1989, has practiced dentistry in New York for more than 35 years, and has taught at NYU College of Dentistry. He oversees care provided at this office personally and explains when specialist referral is appropriate.
Meet Dr. Hsieh
Your Visit, Step by Step
Assess the shade
Examine your teeth and gums and discuss the changes you hope to see.
Choose an approach
Review suitable whitening options, expected results and sensitivity considerations.
Review the result
Follow the recommended treatment and discuss care that helps maintain the result.
Ongoing Care
Follow the instructions for your whitening method and report sensitivity that concerns you. Daily care and habits such as smoking or frequent staining drinks can affect how long the result lasts.
Common Questions
Will whitening change the color of my crowns or fillings?
Whitening does not lighten restorations in the same way it lightens natural teeth. Existing dental work should be considered when planning treatment.
What if my teeth are sensitive?
Tell Dr. Hsieh before you begin. Sensitivity and its possible causes should be assessed when choosing a suitable approach.
How white can my teeth become?
Results depend on the cause of discoloration and the condition of your teeth. Your consultation is a chance to discuss a realistic shade rather than a guaranteed outcome.
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Arrange a Visit With Dr. Hsieh
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