{"id":1442,"date":"2023-06-06T06:49:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-06T06:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cstonedentalfargo.com\/blog\/?p=1442"},"modified":"2023-07-15T06:49:36","modified_gmt":"2023-07-15T06:49:36","slug":"why-cavities-and-teeth-whitening-dont-mix","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cstonedentalfargo.com\/blog\/why-cavities-and-teeth-whitening-dont-mix\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Cavities and Teeth Whitening Don\u2019t Mix"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cstonedentalfargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/AdobeStock_189971322__1___1689403556_77340.jpg\" alt=\"closeup of someone with a cavity\" class=\"wp-image-1443\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cstonedentalfargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/AdobeStock_189971322__1___1689403556_77340.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.cstonedentalfargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/AdobeStock_189971322__1___1689403556_77340-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cstonedentalfargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/AdobeStock_189971322__1___1689403556_77340-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures. It\u2019s fast, easy, and can make a massive difference in how people look. More than that, just about everyone sometimes wishes that their smile could be a little bit brighter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cstonedentalfargo.com\/teeth-whitening.html\">cosmetic dentistry<\/a> is ideal for people who have otherwise healthy smiles that they want to improve the look of. If you have certain oral health problems, like cavities, you may want to have to deal with them before getting cosmetic dentistry. Here\u2019s why that is, and how it may change the trajectory of cosmetic treatment for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is Getting Teeth Whitening With Cavities a Problem?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re interested in getting teeth whitening, it\u2019s crucially important that you deal with any outstanding tooth decay beforehand. This is because the whitening solution can irritate the interior of the tooth if it can sneak past the enamel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Normally teeth whitening sensitivity isn\u2019t all that much to worry about, but if the solution comes in contact with the tooth pulp, that can be pretty uncomfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I Whiten My Teeth If I Have Cavities?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For that reason, it\u2019s strongly recommended that you treat any tooth decay you\u2019re dealing with before you go through the effort of getting teeth whitening. Ideally this can be done with a simple filling, which should only take a single appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s really a good idea to get cavities treated no matter what\u2014you\u2019ll look and feel a lot better than if you let the tooth decay progress. If you\u2019re interested in cosmetic dentistry, you can use that as an excuse to invest in your oral health as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Dangers of Over-the-Counter Whitening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, it\u2019s vitally important to have a solid understanding of how well your oral health is doing before undertaking any kind of cosmetic treatment. That\u2019s part of why store-bought teeth whitening treatments are so dangerous\u2014people often get them without realizing they have a cavity and wind up suffering for their mistake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is just one of many reasons why it\u2019s recommended to steer clear of OTC whitening kits. You should leave dentistry to the professionals if you want professional-level results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Cornerstone Dental, we can guarantee you that whatever brings you into our office, you\u2019ll be able to get the care that you need to leave our practice smiling! We\u2019re eager to offer you the dental care you need in an environment that will keep you completely comfortable for the duration of your stay here. We believe that dental care doesn\u2019t have to be stressful and we\u2019ll be happy to show you dentistry that can put you completely at ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any questions about teeth whitening, we can be reached at our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cstonedentalfargo.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or by phone at (701) 237-3583.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures. 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