North Bend, WA
Teeth Whitening
How Does Teeth Whitening Work?
Tooth staining and discoloration can result from the natural aging process, poor oral hygiene, and consuming dark foods and drinks, such as berries, coffee, and red wine. It can also result from smoking, trauma, certain illnesses, and medications. Teeth whitening involves the application of carbamide peroxide or hydrogen peroxide gel to the tooth surfaces to break down tooth stains, leaving you with a whiter, brighter smile.
Who Is a Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
Most of our patients seeking whiter smiles are perfect candidates for teeth whitening. In general, yellow teeth from consuming certain foods or tobacco use show dramatic results. Brown or gray teeth resulting from trauma or the use of medications may not respond as well. Moreover, whitening will not lift stains off dental restorations, such as fillings or crowns. If teeth whitening is not ideal for your unique needs, we may recommend an alternative cosmetic dentistry solution, such as dental bonding or porcelain veneers.
Professional Teeth Whitening
In-office whitening, also known as chairside bleaching, produces the safest and most dramatic teeth whitening results. Unlike over-the-counter products, we use professional-strength, specially formulated whitening agents and tailor your treatment to your smile’s unique needs.
We typically begin your office treatment by placing a protective shield over your lips and gums. Next, we apply the bleaching gel to your tooth surfaces. We rinse off the gel and repeat the procedure as many times as needed to achieve your desired results. While results may vary from person to person, most patients report that their teeth are several shades whiter and brighter after just one short in-office treatment.
If you’d prefer to whiten your teeth at home, we are happy to provide you with a home-whitening kit with custom trays made from impressions of your teeth and professional-grade whitening gel. Your tooth whitening kit is also perfect for future touch-ups to maintain your smile’s sparkle.
Is Teeth Whitening Safe?
Teeth whitening is one of the safest procedures in dentistry under the care of a trained dental professional. You may experience tooth sensitivity after treatment, but that should soon resolve. Safety concerns arising from whitening treatments are usually associated with over-the-counter kits that can sometimes cause damage to the gums and tooth enamel.
Teeth Whitening Near Me in North Bend, WA
For more information about whitening and brightening your smile, contact Mt Si Dental Center in North Bend, WA, today. Dr. Beckham and his team are committed to providing cutting-edge cosmetic dentistry services for long-term dazzling smiles.
Call us at 425-888-6522 to schedule a consultation, or use our online form to request an appointment today!
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