Many patients visit the dentist when superficial stains show up on the teeth along with irregularities in the enamel. The main reason for visiting the dentist is smile correction. Many factors can cause the defect like amelogenesis imperfecta, fluorosis, and hypoplasia. All these conditions need enamel microabrasion where the dentist will use abrasive and acidic agents to perform the process. The abrasive agents include 6% hydrochloric acid along with silica or 37% phosphoric acid along with pumice. The dentist will apply the substance to the damaged enamel surface by exerting mechanical pressure using the rubber cap attached to the rotatory mandrel of the micromotor with low rotation.
Best treatment
There has been the introduction of several treatment procedures in the dental market meant for restoring the dental appearance of a patient who seeks dental aesthetics. Each technique undergoes an evaluation to check the time taken and the effectivity of the procedure. It is also necessary to verify whether a low-cost treatment is enough for the purpose. The Wayzata Dental prefers enamel microabrasion technique for the removal of stain marks from the teeth surface. It takes care of both the aesthetics and the conservation of the natural structure. There is a high success rate for the process.
When to undergo the treatment
You will have to go for the microabrasion once you notice the intrinsic discoloration or an alteration in the texture of the teeth. The technique involves removal of the porous surface layer of your enamel and any entrapped stains. The dentist will rub the acid and abrasive compound containing gel in a manner similar to the dental prophylaxis using water and pumice. The technique is the first choice of managing the teeth having intrinsic stains as it removes brown, opaque stains and makes the surface smooth by getting rid of the irregularities.