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Hi, I'm a 22 year old female, I used to have really bright white teeth 4 years ago and got compliments with ppl asking me what toothpaste i use and etc...then college life and its stresses got the better of me and i started drinking lots of coffee and 2 years ago I started smoking too...I'm trying to quit smoking and I drink less coffee now...
My teeth right now aren't really too stained or yellow, I've been using whitening toothpastes to prevent the really bad kinda stains...but they look a bit yellowish/greyish, 'dull' looking compared to the teeth i used to have...that's the best way i can describe it...dull. although my friends tell me its not that noticeable...they just tell me 'its not really white, but its not bad', but i'm just not happy with it...i'm considering using at home bleaching system...with the tray and all that (i'm on a budget and it's the cheaper option), under a dentist's supervision...my question is, how 'white' will my teeth get after bleaching? is it possible for me to get back the bright looking white teeth i once had? do have any kind of advice or suggestions for me?
Thank u so much!
Dear Fifi: College stresses certainly can bring a dullness to your teeth, as you have proven. You can get your white teeth back with bleach. But before using the bleach, have your dentist or hygienist professionally clean your teeth, so your bleach can work on the enamel, rather than bleaching the plaque and stain, which will darken much sooner after bleaching. Then easy on the coffee and other items that might stain your teeth. And continue brushing with a whitening toothpaste. You can always repeat bleaching. I recommend bleaching each day for one week, then off one week. Good luck. dd
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- Howard Finnk, D.D.S., P.A., CEO
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- Lawrence Gold
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Howard Finnk, D.D.S., P.A., CEO
Expertise
I am a Family, Implant and Cosmetic dentist. I will answer questions on any aspect of dentistry and matters relating to the smile, gums, jaws and lower face. Member American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, Broward County Dental Association, and Atlantic Coast District Dental Association. I have served as District Council Member of Alpha Omega, as well as serving for one term as its President. I am also a member of The Vedder Honors Society, Broward Dental Research Clinic, and Mount Sinai Hospital Guild. I have served as a Volunteer for Project Dental Health and The Tri-County Dental Health Council.
Experience
Having attained over 30 years of clinical experience in private practice in Michigan, in 2001 I was re-certified by taking and passing the Florida State Dental Board Examination. After moving to Florida, I spent nearly 10 years re-honing my skills while working as an Associate Dentist for several large dental groups. In September, 2004, I was appointed Adjunct Clinical Professor at Nova University's College of Dental Medicine. I am certified in placement of Mini Dental Implants, and I am Director of The Florida Implant Center (floridaimplantcenter.com). On March 1, 2010, at the age of 62, I began all over again by buying a dental practice near my home in the Fort Lauderdale area. As sole owner and Chief Dental Officer of the new Nob Hill Dental Center (nobhilldentalcenter.com), I can now carefully provide dental care to patients who care, all within a caring, joyful environment. Over my career lifetime, I have provided thousands of diagnoses, fillings, crowns, bridges, root canals, periodontal treatments, TMJ therapies, partials, dentures and extractions, and dozens of implants for my patients. The only aspect of dentistry with which I have very little experience is orthodontics.
Organizations
American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, Broward County Dental Association, Atlantic Coast District Dental Society, Vedder Honors Society, Broward Dental Research Clinic, Alpha Omega Alumni Association, and American Association of Dental Implantologists. Formerly, American Academy of General Dentistry, Michigan Dental Association, Macomb Dental Society, Detroit District Dental Society, Tri-County Dental Health Council (a charitable dental care organization)
Publications
"How To Save Money At The Dentist" Going to press soon.
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Psychology from Wayne State University
Doctor of Dental Surgery from University of Detroit College of Dentistry
Adjunct Clinical Professor, Special Needs Department, Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Awards and Honors
Membership in The Vedder Honors Society
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