Brightening Your Smile from Within: What Is Internal Bleaching?
Did you know that not all tooth stains are on the outside? Sometimes, a single tooth can darken from the inside due to trauma, previous root canal treatment, or decay. When this happens, regular whitening products won’t help. That’s where internal bleaching comes in.
What Is Internal Bleaching?
Internal bleaching is a safe dental procedure used to lighten a tooth from the inside out. It’s specifically for teeth that have darkened after a root canal. Instead of applying whitening gel to the outside, we place it inside the tooth.
How It Works:
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The tooth is carefully reopened where the root canal was sealed.
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A special whitening agent is placed inside.
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The opening is sealed temporarily, and the bleaching agent does its job over a few days.
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The process may be repeated until the tooth matches your natural shade.
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Once the desired color is reached, the tooth is permanently sealed.
Is It Safe?
Who Needs It?
Yes. Internal bleaching is a controlled, professional treatment done under sterile conditions. It does not harm the tooth structure when performed correctly.
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A single dark tooth after trauma or injury
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A tooth that has discolored after root canal therapy
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Patients looking to restore a natural, uniform smile
Final Thought
If you’ve noticed one tooth standing out for the wrong reasons, internal bleaching might be the solution.
It’s quick, effective, and brings back your confidence without affecting the rest of your teeth.