How Does Teeth Whitening Work?

Cosmetic dentistry's aim is to improve the appearance of your teeth. One of the most common requests we receive in regards to cosmetic dentistry is the removal of teeth stains. We understand the importance of a brighter smile and offer professional teeth whitening to remove discoloration. How does teeth whitening work? Do you have both in-office and at-home options?

Try Our Teeth Whitening Quiz

1. True or False: We can remove stains in our office in under an hour.
2. True or False: We can provide at-home teeth whitening.
3. True or False: You can use at-home whitening to touch up in-office results.
4. True or False: Good oral hygiene can help reduce the severity of future discoloration.

Answer Key

1. True. We offer in-office teeth whitening, which can remove surface stains in under an hour. We place a protective covering on the lips and gums before applying a powerful bleaching gel onto the teeth. Using a curing light, we remove discoloration. People often opt for this option before a big event, such as a meeting or a wedding.
2. True. Our home-based alternative involves wearing a set of plastic trays which have been filled with a bleaching gel. You wear the gel-filled trays each day for the amount of time the doctor recommends. After a week to ten days your teeth can be brightened by multiple shades.
3. True. Even if you select the in-office option we can still send you home with a tray and bleaching gel so you can touch up your smile as needed and keep your smile bright.
4. True. By taking better care of your smile you can limit the severity of future teeth stains. We suggest brushing and flossing every day. You should also have your teeth professionally cleaned once every six months by your dentist or hygienist.

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