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Q: If someone has been a smoker for decades and has badly stained teeth, is there a way to whiten their smile?

A cigarette stands up on its end.

Aside from stained teeth, extended use of tobacco can have many adverse effects on your oral health. These effects include bad breath, increased risk of disease, and inflammation of the gums, soft tissues, and salivary glands. Following a good oral health regime, including brushing, flossing, and regular visits to the dentist, will not prevent the staining effects of regular smoking.

However, both our Garden City Shopping Centre and St. Vital Centre locations offer Phillips Zoom! Whitening, which is proven to whiten teeth in a 45-minute session. The lasting effect of this service depends on what habits you continue after treatment. If you continue to be a regular smoker, it won’t be long before your teeth go back to the shade they were before whitening. However, if you no longer regularly smoke, your teeth will remain brighter for longer.

Schedule an appointment to find a solution to keep your mouth healthy and happy.

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