Teeth whitening has become one of the most sought after dental
treatments. The beauty of teeth whitening is that it can be accomplished
over a period of a few weeks, or in a single treatment as short as one
hour. If you’re interested in teeth whitening, call us for a consult to
find out which option suits your goals and situation.
In-office whitening and professional take-home whitening kits are two
of the most popular options. Both of these options depend on a
variation of peroxide concentrations and application times to whiten
your teeth. Unlike drug store options, professional whitening treatments
utilize customized tools and mouth forms to ensure an even white smile.
What You Need to Know about Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening has become one of the most sought
after dental treatments. The beauty of teeth whitening is that it can be
accomplished over a period of a few weeks, or in a single treatment as
short as one hour. If you’re interested in teeth whitening, call us for a
consult to find out which option suits your goals and situation.
A high-concentration peroxide gel will be applied
to the teeth by a dentist or trained technician after the gums have been
protected with a paint-on rubber dam.
The peroxide will remain on your teeth for several 15 to 20 minute intervals that add up to approximately an hour.
Professionally Dispensed Take-Home Whitening Kits
Although these kits are applied over a longer period of time, the results may be better over the long haul.
Take-home kits utilize a lower concentration peroxide gel that stays on the teeth for an hour or longer.
The lower the peroxide percentage in gel, the
longer it may stay on the teeth. Sometimes this means keeping the gel on
overnight.
A major difference between a professionally
dispensed take-home kit and one from a drug store is the use of
custom-made bleaching trays.
Unlike whitening strips that may only whiten your
front four teeth, your dentist will fit you to ensure all of your teeth
will be whitened evenly.
If you are looking for pearly whites, Contact Us for a teeth
whitening consultation. We can help determine whether an in-office or
take-home treatment will work best for you!
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