Professional Tooth Whitening for the Toughest Stains

Almost everyone wants a brighter, whiter smile. Unfortunately, many of us feel discouraged by tooth whitening products when we try over the counter whitening kits and toothpaste. This is because over the counter tooth whitening products cannot tackle tough stains. Their formulas often lack the potency and stability to lift deep, permanent discoloration. After trying store bought products, many patients feel that achieving a white smile is hopeless. Fortunately, our cosmetic dentist can help with professional, prescription-strength tooth whitening treatments. Our practice offers custom take-home kits with prescription whitening solutions as well as in-office Zoom! whitening.

Why Professional Whitening is Necessary

When it comes to tough stains, professional tooth whitening is the best (and safest) option for improving your smile. Professional treatments, whether they be take-home kits or fast in-office whitening utilize prescription strength ingredients administered under the care of our experienced team. Our formulas of professional whitening solutions do not contain harsh abrasives that can strip tooth enamel of its vital mineral content. Since abrasives are not used, patients will not experience long-term tooth sensitivity. Moreover, professional whitening is effective. A whitening treatment with our practice will substantially lighten teeth, sometimes up to eight to ten shades. This is because professional formulas can penetrate the enamel surface of teeth to bleach away deep, tough stains.

Treatment Options

There are two options for whitening at our practice. The first is an in-office treatment. This treatment takes about an hour. Using the Zoom! whitening system, our team will apply lip balm, dental dam, and gauze to protect soft tissues. Then, a potent yet safe bleaching solution is painted over teeth. A concentrated beam of light is then used to accelerate the bleaching process.

A second option for whitening teeth is with a take-home kit. Take-home kits feature custom trays, which deliver and keep the whitening solution over teeth. This option is beneficial for those who want to whiten their smiles in the comfort of their homes or for those who want to maintain the results of in-office treatment.

For more information about our cosmetic dentistry services, call our practice to schedule a smile makeover consultation.