Teeth whitening
Teeth whitening is the process of bleaching teeth, outside or inside the tooth, resulting in a bright and white smile done in-office by a professional
Teeth whitening involves bleaching your teeth to make them lighter. It can't make your teeth brilliant white, but it can lighten the existing colour by several shades.
There are various methods to bleach your teeth, including using whitening toothpaste, mouthwash and similar products that remove surface stains for very little cost. However, for lasting results getting it done by the professionals is the best option.
Tooth whitening as a cosmetic dental care procedure can be a very effective way of lightening the natural colour of your teeth without removing any of the tooth’s surface.
The process of tooth whitening in our office involves two visits that last around hour and a half. During this time, the bleaching agent that is made out of 38% carbamide peroxide penetrates the superficial layer of the tooth enamel, and whitens the inside fluids and structure making your teeth whiter and shinier. The procedure is completely safe and doesn’t make any harm to your teeth if you meet the required criteria for teeth bleaching.
For more information read in the “what to expect” and “FAQ” sections.
Step one
You will have an initial consultation to make sure you are an acceptable candidate for teeth whitening. If you have tooth sensitivity or thin or transparent teeth, you may not be.
Step two
Once it is determined that you can proceed, the dentist or dental hygienist with give your teeth a professional cleaning. This will remove any plaque or any other build-up or caught food. This process should not take long and it should already be a part of your regular dental health program. This process can actually help with the brightening of your teeth, as it professionally removes any coating or film on your teeth.
Step three
The dentist will then examine your teeth to make sure there are no other outstanding issues or problems. They will look for cracks, cavities or receding gum lines that may cause the whitening process to irritate. Then the dentist may take pictures of your teeth to determine the shade of whitening is the most suitable. You can use the pictures of your own teeth to check the whitening guide for the desired end results.
Step four
After the shade has been determined, the dentist will place a cheek-retractor, which exposes your teeth completely for treatment. Then, they will apply a protective resin or gel that will harden to keep your gums from being irritated. Then the actual bleaching gel is applied and left to sit for upwards to half an hour. While you have the whitening formula on, there may be a laser light applied, to intensify the results. Once those steps are complete and you have waited the applicable amount of time, the protective guard is removed and you should see results immediately. Keep in mind the lighting is different in the dentist office and it may look different in your bathroom mirror.
After care
The color of your teeth may seem whiter at the dentist’s office and you will need to wait a few days to see the true results. If you feel you want them whiter, you can have additional treatments.
You can also use the in-home treatments to give the professional teeth whitening procedure a boost or to help maintain it. If you are a smoker or like red wine and other foods and drinks, like coffee, that is prone to stain your teeth, it is a good idea to do follow up sessions with your dentist.
Schedule your visit today.
Easily access our services via phone or our
online contact form if you have any questions
or would like to schedule an appointment.
Our team will reply to you as soon as possible.
