What Most People Want to Change About Their Smile
They want whiter teeth.
Teeth whitening is the fastest and easiest way to refresh your natural smile and help you feel more confident as you go about your everyday daily life. It is a safe, effective way to make your teeth look brighter, whiter and healthier. Choosing professional teeth whitening, guided by a dental team, is the surest way to get the results you want, often leaving you with a noticeably brighter smile in as little as one visit.
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The Benefits of Professional Teeth Whitening
We are all different. Our age, lifestyle, diet, medications and more all affect our teeth and gums. A whitening product that works well for one person may not work as well for you. Worse yet, some store-bought products can actually damage your gums over time.
Professional teeth whitening gives you these distinct advantages over off-the-shelf products:
- Based on Your Needs: When you come to us for teeth whitening, we learn what bothers you about the appearance of your teeth, what you hope to achieve and your expectations for the outcome. After thoroughly examining your teeth and gums, we recommend the best whitening treatment based on your desired results and your oral health.
- Performed by Experts: Our dentists are specifically trained in teeth whitening products and techniques. They know exactly how to perform the procedure and follow all safety protocols throughout, for your protection.
- Dramatic Improvement: We use a prescription-strength whitening solution to brighten your teeth. This solution contains some of the most powerful whitening agents available today.
- Immediate Results: Only professional teeth whitening delivers exceptional results in as little as one hour.
- Even Whitening: Over-the-counter whitening products are notorious for uneven results. This is especially true of whitening strips, which often fail to cover the entire tooth. Rest assured, our dentists know exactly how to whiten every contour and angle of your teeth evenly.
- Increased Comfort: Our whitening process uses a laser to help minimize any chance of sensitivity or gum irritation.
Only a qualified dentist can determine the safest, most effective whitening treatment for you. Give us a call today!
Professional-Grade Whitening, Right at Home
For patients who prefer to whiten their teeth on their own schedule, in the comfort of their own home, we offer customized take-home whitening kits.
- Unlike store-bought kits, our at-home whitening kits gradually brighten enamel over the course of three to four weeks and include:
- Medical-strength whitening gel: The whitening power of our at-home kits is far greater than any store-bought product on the market.
- Custom-fit whitening trays for best results: Instead of the one-size-fits-all trays found in store-bought kits, our application trays are custom made from models of your actual teeth. They are designed to hug the natural contours and grooves of your teeth, allowing for consistent, complete whitening of the enamel.
- Expert dental guidance: Our dentist will advise you on how to use your at-home kit safely and effectively to achieve the results you want.
Try our at-home whitening kits for near-professional results.
When Is the Best Time to Whiten Your Teeth?
As our dentists will tell you, teeth whitening will not change the colour of crowns, bridges, veneers or fillings. Because of this, we recommend whitening first if you will need crowns, fillings or veneers in the near future. Our dentists can then match your future dental work to your newly whitened teeth.
Professional teeth whitening can lift stains and discolouration from both the surface of the tooth and the layers deep within it.
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What Causes Tooth Staining and Discolouration?
Surface Stains
Our teeth are protected by a layer of enamel made mostly of minerals. Tooth enamel is so strong that it is the hardest substance in the human body.
- Tooth enamel is also porous, meaning it contains tiny pores that absorb substances that stain your teeth, including:
- Dark coloured beverages, including tea, coffee, wine, colas and fruit juices.
- Dark coloured sauces, such as tomato and soy sauce.
- Sugary beverages and foods.
- Brightly coloured fruit, such as berries, cherries and pomegranates.
- Tobacco products.
- Poor nutrition and oral hygiene can also discolour your teeth.
Deep Stains
Tooth discolouration can also occur in the inner portion of a tooth, the layer just beneath the enamel. This layer is naturally yellow or grey in colour. As a person ages, the enamel wears down and this underlying colour shows through, making teeth appear dull or dingy. Medications, illness and injury can also discolour the inner portion of your teeth.
Top Teeth Whitening Options: In-Office vs. Take-Home
Teeth whitening is an effective way to lighten the natural colour of your teeth without turning to more invasive procedures like veneers. Whether you whiten at our office or carefully follow the instructions in your take-home kit, you can expect to see noticeable results without any lasting sensitivity at all.
Professional In-Office Whitening Treatment
For most patients, the most effective way to whiten teeth is to invest in a professional in-office treatment. During your in-office teeth whitening, a bleaching solution is applied to your teeth using specially designed trays. Once the trays are in place, a laser gently heats the solution, activating oxygen molecules that penetrate the enamel to lift stains. Laser teeth whitening delivers immediate results and may also help reduce the risk of sensitivity and gum irritation.
Take-Home Teeth Whitening Kits
For patients who prefer to whiten their teeth in the comfort and privacy of their own home, we offer customized take-home whitening kits. These kits include custom application trays that hug the natural contours and grooves of your teeth, allowing for consistent, complete whitening of the enamel. Unlike store-bought kits, our whitening trays are moulded from models of your actual teeth, which also helps reduce the risk of tooth sensitivity and gum irritation. Take-home kits gradually brighten enamel over the course of three to four weeks.
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to schedule an initial consultation & exam.
Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
What is the cost of professional teeth whitening in Belleville?
Teeth whitening treatment performed by dental professionals in-office typically costs somewhere in the range of $600 to $1200. A take-home kit offers more affordability while still including guidance from dental professionals, and may cost approximately $300 to $600.
Why is there such a steep difference in cost? Consider the pros and cons of in-office whitening, take-home kits and over-the-counter whitening:
In-Office Whitening
- Performed by experienced dental professionals.
- Highly precise, which greatly reduces irritation to your gums or lasting sensitivity.
- In the office, we can use stronger, more effective whitening agents.
- The fastest teeth whitening option available.
Take-Home Whitening Kit
- Under the care and guidance of professionals, we can dispense whitening agents that are more effective than drugstore brands.
- Noticeably whiter teeth within weeks, not months.
- Custom-made trays are easy to apply, reduce the risk of gum irritation and ensure even application of the whitening agent.
If you have further questions or concerns, or you are looking for a more accurate quote, give us a call or request an appointment today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plaque develops when bacteria from food and drink particles are not properly cleaned off your teeth. Over time, plaque hardens into tartar, which can only be removed by a dentist or hygienist. This yellow buildup can form on and around your teeth if you do not brush often or thoroughly enough.
While teeth whitening is considered safe, some patients may notice tooth sensitivity. This is more common during your first or second treatment and typically fades over time. It is important to always carefully follow the instructions included with your take-home kit or over-the-counter product.
Teeth whitening treatment is not typically covered by dental insurance. Contact your provider to confirm your coverage. We can prepare an estimate to submit for reimbursement.
After teeth whitening treatment, avoid any foods or drinks that would leave a stain on a white shirt. This includes dark drinks like tea, coffee, red wine, coloured soft drinks, alcoholic drinks and fruit juice, as well as foods like tomato sauce, curry, soy sauce, red meat, chocolate and all fruit except bananas.
Depending on the type of teeth whitening treatment and how well you maintain your teeth, results can last anywhere from 6 months to 3 years.
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