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Orthodontic Blog from Saracino Orthodontics in St. Louis


Planning a Big Event? The Timeline for a Noticeably Brighter Smile
Saracino Orthodontics completes a professional teeth whitening treatment in a single 90 minute visit. Enamel needs 24 to 48 hours after that visit to reach full brightness. Plan your appointment with that window in mind, plus a few extra days of buffer when possible. Teeth can brighten by up to 8 shades in that one visit. That timing window is what shapes when to book around a wedding, graduation, reunion, or any other date on your calendar. Key Takeaways Enamel takes 24 to 4


Your Teeth Are Straight, Why Does Your Smile Still Look Dull in Photos?
Saracino Orthodontics can brighten enamel up to 8 shades in one visit. Straight teeth and white teeth are not the same thing, since orthodontic treatment moves teeth into position but does not change enamel color. Teeth whitening after braces is what actually removes the stains and yellowing behind a dull smile in photos. Scrolling through event photos or a graduation album and noticing straight teeth that still look yellow or gray is a common letdown after finishing orthodon
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