Teeth Whitening After Braces or Invisalign: What You Need to Know
Braces and Invisalign can help straighten your teeth and improve your smile, but they can also leave behind stains and discoloration. Fortunately, there are options for whitening your teeth after orthodontic treatment. Here’s what you need to know:
Teeth whitening after braces is a must-have for some people. After all, you’ll be eager to show off your newly found perfect smile. The surfaces of your teeth may show white spots where brackets have been placed, as well as other discolorations. Follow a good oral health care routine and schedule a hygienist appointment to stay on top of this.
Dr Patti Panucci attended the University of Louisville School of Dentistry for four years, where she graduated with a DMD degree (May 2000) among the Top 10 in her class. Following that, she headed west to Los Angeles to complete her three-year residency at one of the top-ranked orthodontic programs in the country – the University of Southern California.
Along with her certificate in orthodontics, Dr. Panucci earned a master’s degree in craniofacial biology. During those three years, she fell in love with Southern California beach life and decided that this was where her future lay.