{"id":244,"date":"2024-06-10T20:31:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-10T20:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newhavendentalbranford.com\/blog\/?p=244"},"modified":"2024-07-10T20:32:48","modified_gmt":"2024-07-10T20:32:48","slug":"should-you-whiten-your-teeth-after-braces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newhavendentalbranford.com\/blog\/2024\/06\/10\/should-you-whiten-your-teeth-after-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"Should You Whiten Your Teeth After Braces?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Orthodontic treatment<\/a> with braces can take quite a while. For many months \u2014 possibly even a few years \u2014 you may have eagerly looked forward to the moment when you could enjoy your new smile. Once your braces were off, though, you might have felt some disappointment. Indeed, it is common for patients to notice that their teeth look a bit yellow or have uneven coloration after braces removal. Should you get your teeth whitened<\/a> right away to remove discoloration? This blog post explains what you should know about teeth whitening after braces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

It May Be Best to Wait<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Orthodontic treatment works by using continuous force to shift the teeth into their proper positions. Understandably, that can cause some increased sensitivity when braces are removed. Whitening your teeth too soon could further increase the discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good reason to wait is that many people find that braces-related discoloration naturally fades over time. Your saliva, combined with a good oral hygiene routine, can reduce yellowness and help to give your smile a much more even color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exactly how long should you wait after braces removal to whiten your teeth? Most cosmetic dentists believe that six months provides plenty of time for sensitivity to fade and for the teeth\u2019s color to naturally improve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Safe and Comfortable Teeth Whitening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After a reasonable waiting period, you can certainly investigate your options for whitening your teeth. Here are some tips to help you do so safely and with minimal discomfort:<\/p>\n\n\n\n