Tooth Whitening
Talk to Us First
We can tell you whether whitening procedures would be effective
for you. Whiteners may not correct all types of discoloration. For
example, yellow-ish hued teeth will probably bleach well, brownish-colored
teeth may bleach somewhat, and grayish-hued teeth may not bleach
well at all. Likewise, bleaching may not enhance your smile if you
have had bonding or tooth-colored fillings placed in your front
teeth. The whitener will not effect the color of these materials,
and they will stand out in your newly whitened smile. In these cases,
you may want to investigate other options, like porcelain veneers
or dental bonding.
In-Office Bleaching
Have you ever seen someone with a great smile and asked yourself, why can't I have teeth as white as theirs? Now you can. We now offer Zoom2! In-Office Whitening System. What used to take up to two weeks of daily applications at home can now be done in one office visit. It's truly a breakthrough. For more information please visit www.zoomnow.com
Why do most people whiten their teeth? They want to feel good, look great and make a memorable impression. It all starts with a bright and sparkling smile. With the Zoom2! In-Office Whitening System, we can make your teeth several shades lighter and brighter. You will feel good, look great and make a great first impression. For a brighter, sparkling smile, call us today.
At-Home Procedures and Products
There are several types of products available for use at home,
which can be purchased in our office or over-the-counter.
Bleaching solutions. These products contain peroxide(s), which
actually bleach the tooth enamel. These products typically rely
on percent carbamide peroxide as the bleaching agent, carbamide
peroxide comes in several different concentrations (10%, 16%, 22%).
Peroxide-containing whiteners typically come in a gel and are placed
in a mouthguard. Usage regimens vary. Some products are used for
about twice a day for 2 weeks, and others are intended for overnight
use for 1-2 weeks. If you obtain the bleaching solution from our
office, we will make a custom-fitted mouthguard for you that will
fit your teeth precisely. Currently, only dentist-dispensed home-use
10% carbamide peroxide tray-applied gels carry the ADA Seal.
Teeth can become sensitive during the period when you are using
the bleaching solution. In many cases, this sensitivity is temporary
and should lessen once the treatment is finished. Some people also
experience soft tissue irritation—either from a tray that doesn’t
fit properly or from solution that may come in contact with the
tissues. If you have concerns about such side effects, you should
discuss them with us.
Toothpastes. All toothpastes help remove surface stain through
the action of mild abrasives. Some "whitening" toothpastes
have special chemical or polishing agents that provide additional
stain removal effectiveness. Unlike bleaches, these products do
not alter the internal color of teeth.
How Do I Choose a Whitening Product?
Ask us! Some people are not good candidates for dentist supervised
whitening. Others may not get the results they want from over-the-counter
materials. You have several choices and we'll be happy to discuss
them with you.
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