While most people are good candidates for professional teeth whitening treatments, there are some situations that may preclude you from getting it, especially if you have:
Sensitive teeth, which can be exacerbated and further irritated by the high concentration of chemicals in professional teeth whitening.
Restorations, which don’t respond to professional teeth whitening, making them stand out more in contrast to your natural teeth.
Tooth decay, which will need to be treated before you can receive professional teeth whitening to ensure your teeth stay healthy and protected from future damage.
Stains caused by antibiotic use, which can’t be removed by whitening products and may require veneers or other cosmetic procedures to treat.
Gum disease, which exposes sensitive tooth nerves and tissues, making whitening treatments painful.
Only a dentist can determine whether or not you are a good candidate for professional teeth whitening. If, for one of these reasons or another, Dr. Campbell or Dr. Sparks determine you are not a good candidate for teeth whitening, Norman Smile Center offers an array of alternative cosmetic and restorative procedures that can help give you your best and brightest smile.