If you have noticed your child’s teeth are discoloured you may be thinking about the possibility of Teeth Whitening: And you may remember the public furore in 2007 when Britney Spears approached her Cosmetic Dentist to do this for her two year old son – To which you may be wondering whether Teeth Whitening is possible for children and if so at what age. Parents should consult a professional Cosmetic Dentist before going ahead with any treatments: To assess whether Whitening would increase sensitivity and/or even cause damage.

Why Do Children Teeth Discolour?

It should be noted, baby teeth are invariably whiter than adult teeth: Therefore when some adult teeth are through it may seem that your childs teeth are discoloured – Usually this will even out once all their adult teeth are through. Apart from poor Oral Hygiene and diet yellow teeth can be genetically inherited: Spots and streaks can also develop due to high fever. Another reason for discolouration is the use of the antibiotic Tetracycline and also swallowing fluoride. Decalcification of the enamel minerals can also occur.

Two Proven Techniques

Cosmetic Dentists will treat spots and superficial discolouration with Enamel Micro-Abrasion which can be carried out on children as young as six or seven years of age. Over the counter whitening products and/or systems are not recommended for children under twelve. Home Teeth Whitening supervised by professional Cosmetic Dentists is recommended for children aged eleven and over. Zoom Teeth Whitening (bleaching combined with light) is a popular treatment with Cosmetic Dentistry and can produce impressive and fast results: However, it is not appropriate for those under eighteen: Because it can damage the pulp tissue of the tooth.

Caution Required

Cosmetic Dentistry has progressed extensively over the last few years. Nevertheless, the general consensus remains that Cosmetic Dentistry for children should be approached with extreme caution - Even so, the fact also remains that discoloured teeth can lower the self esteem of both children and adults alike. Most Cosmetic Dentists seem to agree that supervised Home Whitening Treatments are suitable for children eleven years and over – Although it should be noted that under-eighteens are more likely to experience gum irritation and sensitivity.

Looking For A Leading Cosmetic Dentist Essex?

The Perfect Smile Spa Dentist Essex is London’s leading Cosmetic Dentist and Spa. Dedicated to nervous patients their Cosmetic Dentists can offer professional advice as to whether your child would benefit from Cosmetic Dentistry. Not all Cosmetic Dentists are the same – The Principal Dentist and Director of the Perfect Smile Spa Dentist Essex, Dr Jas Sagoo is a Full Member of the BACD. As one of the UK’s leading Cosmetic Dentists you can be assured, your child will be definitely be in safe hands.

Perfect Smile Spa is a leading cosmetic dentistry clinic situated in Essex near London and can be contacted on 01708 442 114 or care@perfectsmilepsa.co.uk