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Can Zoom! Tooth Whitening remove all stains?

There are two types of stains that affect the color of your teeth. The stains that occur on the external surface of teeth are called extrinsic stains. They are often caused by plaque buildup, tobacco, coffee, tea and wine. The stains that form inside the teeth are referred to as intrinsic stains and are usually caused by aging, internal tooth defects, use of tetracycline antibiotics during development, soda and/or tobacco smoke.

Extrinsic stains are easier to remove; usually a professional dental cleaning and polishing will eliminate extrinsic stains. Intrinsic stains are more challenging to deal with. When your teeth are stained on the inside, we can improve their appearance by utilizing Zoom! professional bleaching system to safely whiten your teeth in just under one hour. However, some stain require covering affected teeth with dental veneers.