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It\u2019s natural for teeth to get a yellow tint over time as we get older. However, it is still one of the most common reasons that young people today are self-conscious about the appearance of their teeth. The good news is that if your child\u2019s adult teeth have all developed and come in, usually in the teen years, they are likely a candidate for professional teeth whitening<\/a>. However, their dentist will first need to ensure that they don\u2019t have any existing tooth decay. Continue reading to learn why this is so important!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Happens If You Whiten Teeth with Cavities?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When your teen has a cavity, using a whitening kit of any kind is not a good idea. The whitening agent that\u2019s used in most whitening treatments is hydrogen peroxide. This is effective for removing stains, but it can cause irritation to teeth that are already sensitive, even if they are otherwise healthy. When there is a cavity, the whitening agent will be making contact with the sensitive inner layers of their teeth, causing significant discomfort. Ultimately, your child needs to have their teeth examined to ensure that they don\u2019t have any existing decay, cracks, or other damage to their smile that could get in the way of the whitening process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Does Professional Teeth Whitening Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the major downsides of over-the-counter teeth whitening kits is that there isn\u2019t a good way to tell if tooth decay is present. By seeing a dentist, your child can whiten their teeth safely with a professional-grade whitening kit. They will examine your child\u2019s smile beforehand to ensure that it\u2019s in good shape. In addition to enjoying more dramatic results, you can be confident that your child\u2019s smile is in good health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a professional take-home teeth whitening kit, your child will be provided with custom-made trays and a supply of whitening gel that is stronger than anything you can find at your local drug store or supermarket. They will see results within a couple of weeks. With proper care, their beautiful pearly whites can stay white for several months to several years after their treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your teen shouldn\u2019t risk their smile with an unreliable, ineffective store-bought treatment. Instead, they should see their dentist for professional teeth whitening. They will see beautiful results without the risk!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Castle Rock Smiles, Dr. Layne Benzley<\/a> and Dr. Bianca Hoffman<\/a> work together to serve children in the Castle Rock community. With their combined experience and expertise, your child is in good hands. If your teen is interested in cosmetic options, like teeth whitening, they\u2019d be happy to help. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit their website<\/a> or call (303) 660-5373.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s natural for teeth to get a yellow tint over time as we get older. However, it is still one of the most common reasons that young people today are self-conscious about the appearance of their teeth. The good news is that if your child\u2019s adult teeth have all developed and come in, usually in […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-417","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nTeeth Whitening with Cavities, Castle Rock | Castle Rock Smiles<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If teeth whitening products aren\u2019t being used properly, your child could end up with damage. 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