I am hoping to fix my tetracycline stains. My dentist is suggesting porcelain veneers. But, they’re pretty expensive. Is there maybe a dental school or an intern that could do it for me less expensively? I’m too embarassed to smile most of the time, but am pretty broke. Pamela
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Taking Tetracycline and My Teeth are Staining
I’ve been dealing with acne as an adult. Can you believe it? Nothing during my teen years, but now that I’m in a career, acne everywhere. My dentist prescribed tetracycline for me. My teeth have started staining. I looked up my medication and apparently it can cause horrible stains. IRead More
What Can Get My Teeth Really White?
I’ve been doing some over the counter teeth whitening for several months and do not feel like my teeth are getting any whiter. When I first told my dentist I wanted super white teeth, he said that I should consider Lumineers. However, once I heard the price I gave that idea up quite quicklRead More
Oil Pulling for Teeth Whitening
I’m a very health-conscious person, and I try to keep things natural as much as possible. I’ve been a little underwhelmed lately with my smile: it could be brighter. I’m interested in whitening, and my yoga instructor suggested I try oil pulling. Is there any truth to this, and if so, are tRead More
White Spots on Teeth
I have had white spots on my teeth for years. When I am in pictures, they make my teeth look white, but when I am in person they make my teeth look splotchy. Is there a way I can whiten my teeth so they are white uniformly? Percy Dear Percy, There is a solution here,… Continue reading White Spots on Teeth
Teeth Whitening with Cavities
Can you help me make a decision? I went to the dentist recently and it turned out I have two small cavities on visible parts of my teeth. My dentist told me that if I was going to whiten my teeth that now was the time. It would be the only way to make sure… Continue reading Teeth Whitening with Cavities
Will Teeth Whitening Help My Braces Stains
I had a braces for about three years. When I finished there were some splotchy stains on my teeth. I want to get them whitened but my dentist thinks that the results would be splotchy. I haven’t invested in a second opinion yet. Do you think it is worth it for me to see another… Continue reading Will Teeth Whitening Help My Braces Stains
Whitening White Spots
I have a question about my white spots. I developed them after I had my braces in my late teen years. While I was thrilled to have straight teeth, the white spots make me self conscious about my smile. I asked my dentist if there was anything I can do about them and her only… Continue reading Whitening White Spots
Getting Veneers White Again
My veneers seem to be picking up coffee stains. Is there a way to get them back as white and shiny as they were when I first had them done? Paul Dear Paul, I wish I knew how long you’ve had these porcelain veneers. When well cared for they should stay stain-free for manRead More
Options for a Pretty Smile
I have teeth that are horribly stained. They also are a bit crooked in places. What are good ways to make my smile pretty? Kelli Dear Kelli, You actually have a couple of good options depending on what you want your teeth to look like when it is finished.