Teeth Whitening

Teeth Whitening Fredericksburg, VA

Having a beautiful smile may be even easier than you think. Many people achieve the look they’ve been dreaming of with our simple “whitening” procedure.

What are the details of teeth whitening?

It’s safe, quick, and inexpensive. Just let us know at any appointment if you would like to whiten your teeth. You can lighten only your upper teeth or both the upper and lower, depending on how much you show when you talk and smile. In only a day or two, your custom trays will be ready for you to pick up. We provide you with a special professional-strength whitening agents that you put into the trays. With only a few minutes of wear per day, our whitening agents remove stains right out of your enamel in a very short amount of timewithout altering tooth structure or existing dental work in any way. When your teeth reach the desired brightness, only occasional treatment is needed to maintain your new smile.

We’ll want to take “after” photos at your next appointment. Whitening can be used to correct tooth discoloration. Discolorations can be caused by staining, aging, or chemical damage to teeth. Using the latest in bleaching technology, we can offer a safe method for creating a beautiful “brilliant” smile. In cases of extreme tooth discoloration, crowns or veneers may be the only choice, but because of the low cost of whitening, it is always worth a solid try.

How is teeth whitening done?

An impression is taken to make a specialized “tray” to hold the whitening agent against the teeth. The material is used each night for about 20-30 minutes for a week or two, and at the end of this time, significant whitening will occur. In some cases, the change is nothing short of brilliant. For confidence in appearance, whitening allows us to promise improvements in yellowing, aging, or stained teeth. For very severely stained teeth, crowns or porcelain veneers may be more appropriate.

Considerations for Teeth Whitening

Over-the-counter bleaching agents are available for purchase at drug stores and pharmacies. However, since these products can cause sensitivity or harm to the gums and teeth, it’s better to use the professional products that our practice recommends for the very best results.

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