Cosmetic dentistry
Teeth darken slowly. Coffee, tea, red wine, tobacco, and simple aging all deposit stain into the enamel, and because it happens gradually, most people do not notice until they see an old photograph. In-office whitening reverses a good deal of that.
The gel we use is stronger than anything sold over the counter, which is exactly why it is applied here. Your gums and lips are isolated first, the gel is applied to the teeth in timed rounds, and we monitor sensitivity throughout. That control is what makes the higher strength safe.
Whitening works on natural enamel. Crowns, veneers, and fillings do not change shade, so if you have visible restorations we will plan around that. A free cosmetic consultation is the right place to sort out what will and will not shift.
Step by step
We record your starting shade so the change is measurable rather than a matter of opinion.
A barrier isolates the soft tissue so the gel contacts enamel only.
The whitening gel is applied in rounds, with each round timed and monitored.
We ask as we go. If teeth get sensitive we adjust rather than pushing through.
We compare against the starting shade and go over which foods to avoid for the next couple of days.
Worth knowing
Surface and enamel staining from daily habits responds well, and this is by far the most common reason patients come in.
Wedding, graduation, interview, or photographs. In-office whitening gives you a result in one visit rather than over two weeks.
If you have sensitive teeth or gum recession, having a professional monitor the process is safer than guessing at home.
Common questions
Some patients get temporary sensitivity for a day or two. It fades. Tell us if you already have sensitive teeth and we will adjust the approach before we start.
It depends on what you eat and drink and whether you smoke. Many patients maintain the result for a year or more, and touch-up trays can extend it.
Yes. Whiten first, then match the restoration to your new shade. Doing it the other way around leaves the restoration standing out.
New patients welcome
We want to help you keep your teeth healthy for a lifetime. Contact us today and we will find a convenient time.