Smoking and drinking tea both stain the teeth and over time the teeth will become yellow and if left untreated it can even turn black. So what options are available?

Why do teeth turn yellow with smoking and drinking tea?

Long-term smokers will find that their teeth are stained and often yellow and sometimes even develop black stains this is a normal symptom. Apart from drinking tea even consuming dark colored foods can also affect the color of teeth. However, there is no need to worry, in most cases the pigmentation and discoloration is only on the surface on the teeth and can be removed with a dental cleaning and dental sandblasting.

Most people know that even after the stains have been removed the teeth can only be restored to its original shade of yellow. For individuals who want to improve the overall shade of their teeth then whitening treatment is required. At Shenzhen AKJ Dental Clinic we highly recommend our cold-light whitening treatment where patients can see at least a 5 shade improvement after treatment.

How is cold-light whitening treatment done?  

Whitening agent is applied to the teeth and a LED light is used to speeds up the reaction of the whitening agent. It's a fast, easy way to whiten your teeth with the whole treatment complete in 1 hour. It’s a great option for individuals who need a quick fix.

How long does cold-light whitening results last?

Cold-light whitening results can last between 1 to 2 years but will depend on how patients look after their teeth after the treatment. For the results to last smoking, drinking tea and coffee should be avoided or should be cut back. Also limiting the amount of dark colored food consumed is also important. However, getting cold-light whitening treatment again after a 1 to 2 year period is also safe and does not harm the teeth as it’s a non-invasive procedure.