If you have recently completed orthodontic treatment, there’s a chance you may see small white spots on your teeth. This can be bothersome, especially if you want to feel more confident in your appearance. However, living with these unsightly formations doesn’t have to be a long-term reality. Keep reading to discover why dentists are using icon teeth treatment to eliminate white spot lesions and how the process works.
What is Icon Teeth Treatment?
Icon teeth treatment is a cosmetic dental solution that targets white spot lesions (WSLs) that form on teeth, most commonly after wearing traditional braces. Because certain minerals have a harder time reaching the deeper areas of tooth enamel, discoloration can occur.
Since brackets are bonded to the front surfaces of teeth, demineralization, poor dental hygiene, and discoloration can occur. What remains is a small white space that stands out. While many patients believe teeth whitening is enough to cover the problem area, it can actually make it more visible.
How Does It Work?
There is a multi-step process your dentist must complete to achieve the desired results when treating white spot lesions. They include:
- A scheduled consultation with your dentist to ensure you are a good candidate for treatment. This includes discussing your dental history, performing a visual examination, taking necessary X-rays, and developing a treatment plan.
- Using micro-abrasion to expose the microscopic pathways (tubules) before applying an etching material to the tooth. This ensures the resin, once applied, properly adheres and penetrates the enamel.
- Applying the resin to the tooth and allowing it to absorb and infiltrate the lesion. This will cause it to bond with your tooth.
After removing any extra resin, your dentist will use a curing light to harden it, then polish the area to ensure it blends in with your existing smile.
Generally, the process takes only 1 hour, but this can vary depending on the number of lesions and the number of teeth requiring treatment. By using this minimally invasive approach, your dentist can avoid using drills or needles to address your white spots, and you avoid the need for a customized dental restoration, which often requires additional structural removal.
With icon teeth treatment, you can experience a conservative, patient-friendly, and comfortable approach to dental care, one that leaves you with a healthier, more radiant smile.
About the Author
As a trusted dentist in the area, Dr. Joanne Bancroft has been practicing for more than two decades. She earned her dental degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in 2002 and completed a General Practice Residency at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. Offering conservative cosmetic solutions to target white spot lesions, she and her team are here to deliver beautiful results after orthodontic treatment. If you are looking for ways to treat your white spots, contact us at (720) 458-6561 to get the help you need!