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Icon Treatment

Uneven coloration and white spots on teeth can be a source of self-consciousness or feeling unhappy about your smile. Unlike traditional methods of treating this dental concern which was painful, required shots and drilling, and involved restorations that cover up the affected teeth. Sloan Creek Dental is pleased to offer a more elegant solution: Icon treatment. This innovative procedure is minimally invasive and painless, and it will leave your smile looking better than ever.

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Causes of White Spots

White-Spot Lesions, also known as WLS occurs when the mineralization and remineralization on the teeth are out of balance. This means that some parts of the enamel contain a higher concentration of minerals than others, leading to uneven coloration. Some of the causes of white spots include:

  • Diet – Your diet can affect the cosmetic appearance of your teeth, especially if you consume a lot of acidic foods and drinks. Over time, these can break down your enamel, leaving your teeth looking dull and yellow. Sugar also leads to plaque buildup, which erodes enamel if left untreated.
  • Dental Fluorosis – Fluoride is an important part of keeping your teeth strong, healthy, and resistant to decay. However, too much fluoride—especially at a young age, while your permanent teeth are forming —can lead to white spots all over the teeth. This is called fluorosis.
  • Enamel Hypoplasia – Enamel Hypoplasia or enamel reduction is a condition in which the enamel of your teeth is thinner than what is considered normal. This can happen due to many factors, such as having a poor diet, taking certain medications, or having an autoimmune disorder. Sometimes, it’s due to genetic factors and can happen during pregnancy.
  • Plaque – Plaque buildup is a common result of poor brushing habits and orthodontic devices like traditional braces. This can cause demineralization of the teeth, which shows up as white spots that are often visible after brackets are removed or along the gumline.

What to Expect During an Icon Treatment

The treatment time will typically take less than one hour to complete. Since no local anesthesia is required, you’ll be in and out of the dental office with a refreshed smile in no time! Here is a general overview of how Icon treatment corrects WSL.

  • Your dentist uses a micro-abrasion to slightly remove the surface of the white spots on your teeth to expose the porous layer underneath.
  • While the teeth are kept dry, Dr. Feng applies a special resin to the area so that the resin soaks into the affected area and forms a strong bond with it.
  • After the resin is applied, any excess resin is removed, and a special light (curing light) is used to harden the resin that is still inside the tooth.
  • Dr. Feng finishes your Icon treatment by polishing your teeth to give them a more uniform appearance.

Why Sloan Creek Dental for Icon Treatment

Personalized, Gentle Care

Our dental office aims to create a relaxing and comfortable environment.

Experienced & Compassionate Team of Dentists

What Are the Benefits of Icon Treatment?

Icon offers numerous benefits, including:

  • The procedure is painless and doesn’t require needles.
  • Smile with confidence. Icon treatments can improve the appearance of your teeth quickly and easily, so you can feel more confident about your smile in any situation.
  • Restore a healthy smile. Icon treatments can help restore a healthy, natural-looking smile while saving as much healthy tooth structure as possible.
  • Improve enamel health. Icon treatments provide a solution to make damaged enamel look better while protecting it from further deterioration.
  • No downtime is needed. In only one visit, you can get an ICON treatment that will improve the appearance of your teeth and help you protect them in the future—all without having to take extra time off work or away from your daily routine.
  • More affordable than alternative treatments, providing the same results at a better price.
  • Long-lasting results

Is there any side effects to Icon treatment?

Our dental practice is proud to offer Icon, a cutting-edge system for treating white spot lesions. As the most effective and convenient treatment on the market, Icon is a painless alternative to other treatment methods.

Icon’s proven formula does not have any side effects, but if you experience any sensitivity, it will likely be to hot or cold foods. This sensitivity should resolve within a few hours. To ensure that your teeth remain in good health during this period, please follow the instructions given by your dentist.

Caring For Your ICON Treatment Results

At Sloan Creek Dental, we want you to enjoy the benefits of your treatment for as long as possible! To ensure the best possible results after your treatment, we recommend that you:

  • Practice proper oral hygiene is essential for your Icon dental treatment results to last. This includes brushing and flossing at least twice a day and regular visits to your dentist.
  • Maintain a healthy diet by avoiding sweets and soft drinks.
  • Discuss any dental concerns you have that may affect your teeth, gums, and enamel with Dr. Feng.

“Overall the best dental experience I’ve ever had! I’d have to say that Sloan Creek exceeded my expectations, as both Dr. Feng and her dental assistant Anthony who did my x-rays, cleaning, polishing, and molding for whitening trays were very skilled and accommodating. I was relaxed during the entire process and very satisfied with the results. [ ]” 
– Nicholas O. (Jan 2022)

Common Tooth Extraction Questions

The longevity of your Icon dental treatment depends on various factors, including the state of your oral health, your diet, and your adherence to proper cleaning and maintenance practices. On average, treatment with Icon lasts between two to five years.

If you suffer from white spots on your teeth, Icon may be the right treatment for you. It can help to correct the discoloration of your teeth in a simple way, and it’s a great alternative to more invasive procedures such as porcelain veneers. Icon treatment is perfect for young children, teenagers, and adults with white spots from traditional orthodontic treatment.

The Icon system is an excellent option for treating discoloration of the enamel, and this minimally invasive procedure provides long-term results that you can appreciate. With the help of an examination at our Fairview, TX office location, Dr. Feng can help to determine which treatment option is best for you or your child.

In most cases, white spots on teeth are considered more of a cosmetic issue than a health concern. While white spots on the teeth are usually not harmful, this aesthetic problem can cause concern due to its appearance. Over time, these white spots can even contribute to tooth decay and sensitivity. If you’re concerned, it’s important to seek out the advice of a qualified dental professional.

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Painless Icon Treatment in Fairview & Allen, TX

Cleaning, check-ups, and your dental care at Sloan Creek Dental is important for your oral health. Patients in the surrounding areas of Allen, Fairview, and McKinney find these appointments beneficial to their teeth and gums, as well as their overall health. Want to learn more about how Icon can improve your smile, call our dental office today to schedule your cosmetic treatment today. 

Our dental office is located in Fairview, Texas, and our patients visit us from across the surrounding areas, including Allen, Plano, McKinney, and Lucas.

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