Teeth Whitening

Whitening is a procedure that is designed to lighten the color of your teeth. When performed by a licensed professional orthodontist and done properly, whitening should not harm your teeth or gums. There are many variables that can affect the outcome of the procedure, such as the type of discoloration that affects your teeth, the degree to which you follow our instructions, and the overall condition of your teeth. Whitening results cannot be guaranteed.

The in-office whitening procedures can be done in one visit, but may require two or more visits depending on how your teeth respond to the treatment. Due to the strong whitening gel used in this procedure, either a resin or a rubber shield must protect your gums. Once the gums are protected, the gel is applied to the tooth surface. In many cases, a special high intensity light will be used to further activate the gel. The in-office whitening is a procedure where the dentist does the work for you and you spend less overall time whitening your teeth.

Teeth Bleaching

The take-home whitening procedures can be done anywhere not just at home. It involves wearing a custom-made whitening tray that looks like a thin, transparent night guard. You fill the tray with a mild whitening gel. You then need to wear the gel filled tray for the specified period of time each day. This procedure must be continued over a period of time that generally extends from 2 to 4 weeks. We will check your whitening progress as necessary during the period you are using the whitening gel.

Our orthodontist can make recommendations regarding the best options for your teeth.