ICON Resin Infiltration in Norwalk, CT
A gentle, drill-free treatment that blends white spots into your natural enamel in one visit, including spots left after braces or clear aligners, led by Dr. Victoria Nguyen.
A Gentle Way to Fade White Spots
ICON is a resin infiltration treatment for the chalky white spots that form when the surface of the enamel loses minerals. A thin, liquid resin seeps into the tiny pores of the spot and is hardened with a light, so the spot reflects light like the healthy enamel around it and blends in.
There is no drilling, and numbing is typically not needed, so your natural tooth stays intact. ICON does not whiten teeth. It makes the spot blend in.
Common After Braces and Aligners
White spots often show up after orthodontic treatment, when plaque builds up around brackets or along the edges of aligners and slowly weakens the enamel. They can also come from early decay. Careful brushing and flossing during treatment helps prevent them, and ICON is how we treat them if they appear.
Who ICON Helps
Good Candidates
White spots on the visible surfaces of your teeth, including spots left after braces or clear aligners, and some early decay that has not formed a cavity.
Not a Fit For
Cavities that have broken through the enamel, deep stains, or spots that go beyond the enamel. Those may need a filling or veneers instead.
About veneers →A Note on Other Marks
Some other discolorations, such as certain types of fluorosis, may respond less predictably. We will tell you honestly what to expect during your exam.
Your ICON Visit
Exam & Planning
We confirm the white spot is limited to the enamel and not a cavity, and then discuss the results you can expect.
Prep
Your teeth are cleaned and your gums protected. A gentle conditioning gel prepares the affected area and is then rinsed away.
Preview
The area is dried with a special solution to give you a preview of how the white spot may look after treatment.
Infiltration
A clear resin is applied to penetrate the affected enamel and help blend the white spot with the surrounding tooth. The resin is hardened with a special light, and additional applications may be used as needed.
Finish
The tooth is polished for a smooth, natural-looking finish. ICON treatment is typically completed in a single visit.
For aftercare detail, see our ICON Guide →
ICON FAQ
Because there is no drilling and numbing is typically not needed, ICON is considered a comfortable treatment. If you are nervous, tell us and we can talk through comfort options.
The resin becomes part of the treated enamel, and results are designed to be long-lasting. We will check the treated areas at your regular visits.
No. It blends white spots into the surrounding enamel instead of changing your overall shade. If you want to whiten your teeth, wait at least two weeks after ICON.
ICON is for early enamel changes, not cavities that have broken through the enamel. If a spot is deeper than it looks, we will recommend the right treatment, such as a filling.
Yes. White spots after orthodontic treatment are one of the most common reasons for ICON, and it can be done once your braces or aligners come off. Dr. Kim may recommend it at the end of your treatment.
Coverage depends on your specific plan. We will give you a clear estimate beforehand.
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