Teeth Whitening

Teeth Whitening

Teeth discoloration is very common and the reasons for the problem can go as far back as childhood in some cases. The most common causes are through smoking or chewing tobacco though this is now thankfully on the decline as more and more people kick the smoking habit. Drinking excessive tea, coffee or cola drinks is another common cause of teeth discoloration and it is the tannin inside the ingredients that do the damage. Taking antibiotics as a child, trauma, poor dental hygiene, and general aging are some of the other main sources of the problem.

For your convenience and budget, we have two methods of Teeth Whitening available to you. The first is an in-office procedure called Laser Whitening. The Second is the use of a Take Home Kit that you can conveniently use at home.

Laser Teeth Whitening

Laser Teeth Whitening is one of many available dental remedies designed to revitalize the color of your teeth. Whitening strips, gels, and toothpastes are treatments that are available that you can use from home. However, laser teeth whitening is arguably the quickest, safest, and effective method of teeth whitening. In this treatment, a special laser whitening gel is applied to the teeth in which a high-intensity laser is used to penetrate the whitening materials.

This action will in effect bleach the teeth. This procedure takes up to approximately two hours to be completed and is performed in a cosmetic dentist’s office. It is a safe treatment that specifically focuses on the affected teeth and therefore will not affect the gum tissue in any way.

The only possible side effect to laser tooth whitening is that the patient experiences slight sensitivity to hot and cold stimuli for approximately two to three days following the treatment.

Take Home Whitening

Take Home Whitening is the second method which involves preparing custom trays done by taking a simple impression of your mouth. Our lab will create trays that you will take home and use at your convenience. There are several advantages to using this system. We custom fit the trays to you so there is never any risk of ingesting the whitening agents. Additionally, our teeth whitening agents are more powerful than you can purchase over-the-counter and therefore, the results will be more dramatic. By allowing you to use this whitening package at home and at your convenience we allow you to have control over how white your tooth colour will become.

Whitening Benefits!

We know your smile is important. It’s one of the first things you notice when you meet someone. A whiter, brighter smile is beautiful – it can help you feel better about yourself and make a memorable impression

Your lifestyle and the aging process can stain and darken your teeth. Many things we do on a regular basis can contribute to stained teeth, such as drinking coffee, tea, cola, and red wine or smoking.

Teeth Whitening can get your smile looking its best. Non-professional procedures and clinically unproven teeth whitening tips can often lead to unsatisfactory results, you should look for a whitening procedure that is:

• Fast and Convenient!
• Long Lasting
• Low Sensitivity
• Proven to be safe and effective
• Performed by a Dental Professional

With proper aftercare, whitened teeth can stay bright for a few years! To keep your smile bright as long as possible, try these easy tips:

• Follow the “white teeth diet” Drink white wine instead of red wine, cappuccino instead of espresso, and grapefruit juice instead of cranberry juice.
• Use a “whitening” toothpaste with a mild abrasive or peroxides (for example: Opalescence toothpaste, Supersmile and most of the over-the-counter “Whitening Toothpastes” on a daily basis.

If you are interested in learning more about this service or desire to improve your smile then contact us today at (403) 257-1180