Your teeth will darken over time. Changes in the color of your teeth can be caused by such factors as the food and beverages consumed (like coffee, tea and soda). Other known factors for discoloration may include childhood medications or illnesses, tobacco use or improper oral hygiene. Restoring your natural white smile is a priority for our dental whitening team. We can provide a variety of options for whitening your smile.
Tooth whitening services are growing in popularity, and it’s one of the most requested services offered by our practice. Everyone sees the growing consumer market focused on whiter teeth. The reality is that over-the-counter, “too good to be true” solutions typically don’t work.
We are trained professionals using industry-approved methods. Our goal is to meet the needs of every patient, and every patient’s needs are different. Our practice uses two methods to whiten teeth:
- Zoom! Whitening – In a little over an hour, this safe and effective system can give you the instant results you've been wanting. A specially designed light activates the Zoom! Whitening Gel to gently break down stains on your teeth to put the sparkle back in your smile. Zoom! Whitening is very safe while under the supervision of a trained dentist. It is one of the safest procedures in cosmetic dentistry. However, we do not recommend this procedure for pregnant women or children under age 13.
- Pola Day 7.5% hydrogen peroxide/Pola Night 16% carbamide peroxide – This method involves using a small pea sized amount in each compartment of the tray for the teeth undergoing treatment. Seat the tray, with the gel around the teeth. Wipe away excess gel in mouth with a tissue or dry soft brush. After treatment, remove tray. Rinse tray and mouth with lukewarm water and brush teeth.
