White spot treatment
Do you have white spots on your teeth that are brighter than the surrounding enamel? If so, the team at Orthosmile can help with a swift and painless white spot removal treatment.
What causes white spots on teeth?
White spots on your teeth can be caused by a range of factors including:
Trauma/illness
Childhood traumas and illnesses may lead to white spots on adult teeth.
Fluorosis
If you consume too much fluoride as a child it can lead to fluorosis, resulting in spots on your enamel.
Decalcification
If plaque builds up on your teeth, it can begin to leach the calcium out of your enamel. This is common during treatment with fixed braces since it is difficult to brush under and around the brackets. It can also be caused by dry mouth.
Hypomineralisation
This is a developmental condition that can affect the enamel of your molars and incisors.
ICON spot removal treatment
ICON is a special treatment that infiltrates the pores of your tooth with a tooth-coloured resin to remove the appearance of white spots. We will use a special gel on your white spots to open up the pores and allow the resin to pass through without any drilling or removal of enamel.
After the resin has been applied, we will cure it with a light. The infiltrated spot will take on the colour of the surrounding natural tooth and can help to protect the tooth from further discolouration or decay.
The whole process is swift and pain-free and doesn’t require any anaesthetic to complete.
How long do the results of ICON treatment last?
ICON resin infiltration is a long-term solution that should last you for at least 2 years – and many patients have shown stable results for over 6 years!
Does tooth whitening help remove white spots on teeth?
White spots are not the same as tooth staining, and as such, cannot be helped by teeth whitening treatment. After whitening, your white spots will still remain a lighter shade than the rest of your tooth. If you have white spots, you should opt for ICON treatment.
Get rid of white spots today
Learn how we can even out your smile with professional ICON treatment. Book your dental consultation with the Orthosmile team today to get started.
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