At Sure Dental in Wavell Heights, Dr Michael Ghobrial offers internal whitening for Brisbane patients with a single darkened front tooth that no longer matches the colour of the surrounding teeth. It is often a suitable option for patients who have lived with a discoloured front tooth for years and feel self-conscious about how it looks.
How internal whitening works
Internal whitening differs from standard external whitening because the cause of the discolouration sits inside the tooth, not on the enamel surface.
Why a tooth can darken
A front tooth that has experienced trauma or undergone root canal treatment can gradually darken over the years as the internal tissue changes. Surface whitening does not usually correct this, because the colour change is coming from within the tooth.
The internal whitening procedure
Dr Michael Ghobrial accesses the inside of the tooth through a small opening, places a controlled whitening agent inside the chamber, and seals the access with a temporary filling. The whitening agent works on the tooth from the inside out over the following days.
Reviewing and refining the colour
The patient is reviewed after a short period to check the colour. In some cases, the whitening agent is replaced once or twice to refine the shade so the tooth sits more comfortably alongside the neighbouring teeth.
Finishing the tooth
Once the desired shade has been reached, the temporary filling is removed and a long-term restorative filling is placed to seal the tooth. For some patients, internal whitening can be combined with other cosmetic dentistry options if further refinement is wanted.
Book a consultation in Brisbane
To discuss internal whitening with Dr Michael Ghobrial, call Sure Dental on +61 7 3113 9698 or visit our booking page to arrange a consultation.
