Whitening
A brighter smile, at home
Do coffee stains or discoloration bother you? Our take-home whitening kits are custom fitted to your mouth and goals to ensure the best whitening results.
Reasons for teeth whitening
Teeth whitening (or bleaching) is a simple, non-invasive dental treatment used to change the color of natural tooth enamel, and is an ideal way to enhance the beauty of your smile.
- Yellow or brown stained teeth
- Stained teeth due to medications (tetracycline, etc.)
- Normal wear of the outer tooth layer
- Fluorosis (excessive fluoridation during tooth development)
What to expect
Take-home whitening usually requires two visits.
At the first appointment, impressions (molds) will be made of your teeth to fabricate custom, clear, plastic trays.
At your second appointment, you will try on the trays for proper fit, and adjustments will be made if necessary. The trays are worn with special whitening solution either twice a day for 30 minutes or overnight for a couple of weeks, depending on the degree of staining and desired level of whitening.
Aftercare
It is normal to experience tooth sensitivity during the time you are whitening your teeth, but it will subside shortly after you have stopped bleaching.
You will receive care instructions for your teeth and trays, and be encouraged to visit your dentist regularly to help maintain a beautiful, healthy, white smile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is teeth whitening permanent?
Teeth whitening is not permanent. A touch-up may be needed every several years, and more often if you smoke, or drink coffee, tea, or wine.
Will whitening change the color of my fillings or crowns?
No. Whitening only works on natural tooth enamel, so any restorations that need replacing to match are done after bleaching.
New patients welcome
Emergency calls and appointments are available and welcome, especially for new patients seeking help.