We all want our teeth to be as white as possible. We know there are many ways to whiten them, but can you whiten those pesky fillings?

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Can You Whiten Teeth With Fillings?

When you have a cavity and need a filling in your tooth, your dentist will choose the best filling material for your situation.

For example, if you are an adult or teenager and need to repair a tooth that has been damaged by decay, porcelain may be used as it can withstand the forces of chewing and biting better than other materials. 

However, if your dentist plans to use composite resin on children under age eight or adults in their late 60s and older who have large fillings that require higher levels of strength due to wear-and-tear from daily activities, they may opt for gold instead.

What to Do Now if You Want Whiter Teeth

• Use a whitening toothpaste.
• Use a whitening toothbrush.
• Use a whitening mouthwash.
• Use a whitening tooth gel.*

Talk to your dentist 

If you want your teeth whitened, talk to your dentist and ask which treatment is best for you.

Your dentist can help determine if you are a good candidate for bleaching and what type of procedure will work best for your needs.

If you’re interested in getting whiter teeth but aren’t sure where to start looking for a dentist, consider these tips:

• Look at the before-and-after photos on their website. If they have any available, view them carefully—the quality of the results will give you a good idea as to whether their practice has the experience necessary to get similar results with your teeth.

Conclusion

If you want to get your teeth whitened, talk to your dentist and ask which treatment is best for you. 

You may find out that removing fillings is unnecessary for the process to be effective.