Whitening the teeth is one of the easiest and most noticeable changes that you can make to improve your smile’s appearance. Whitening, or bleaching, is a non-invasive and simple dental treatment that will alter your tooth enamel’s colour to make your smile look whiter and brighter.
For many people, dull or stained teeth are the primary concerns that they have about their smile. Here at Design Dentistry in Edmonton, our experienced dentists offer professional-grade teeth whitening options that can brighten your teeth by several shades with long-lasting, and natural-looking results.
Advantages of Professional Teeth Whitening
Despite strict adherence to conventional oral care recommendations, many individuals still notice some degree of yellowing and/or staining on their teeth over time. These discolourations are generally the product of several different factors, including consuming particular foods and drinks (such as berries, coffee, and tea), tobacco use, and even the natural process of ageing. Professional teeth whitening is designed to remove surface and deep-set stains to reverse discolouration and lighten your teeth by several shades. Whitening treatments provided by a cosmetic dentist in Edmonton are also considered the fastest, safest, and most effective method of brightening your smile.
At-Home Teeth Whitening
Our Edmonton dentists can provide individualized take-home trays for use at your convenience for patients who wish to whiten their teeth at home. This treatment involves a series of whitening trays that are to be worn for specific periods each day until the desired outcome is attained. With this whitening technique, initial results often appear relatively quickly. The desired shade of white can generally be achieved after a few weeks.
Over-The-Counter VS Professional Teeth Whitening
Many over-the-counter whitening products are available that many of our patients ask why they should choose a professional teeth whitening treatment. While certain whitening products that are available over-the-counter may provide satisfactory results for some people, professional teeth whitening treatments usually prove to be significantly more effective. Consisting of the highest-quality bleaching formulas available, these advanced whitening methods can be customized to make your teeth several shades lighter, often helping you achieve a brilliant, beautiful smile in much less time than over-the-counter alternatives.
Which Teeth Whitening System Is Right For Me?
Both in-office and at-home approaches offer many benefits. Many patients choose to combine the two for more dramatic teeth whitening. Others may opt for one or the other. If you would like faster results, the in-office treatment can provide a beautiful effect in just 60 minutes or less. Some individuals prefer to whiten in the comfort of their home or would like a more affordable option, in which case at-home whitening may be recommended. Also, patients who have sensitive teeth might find the in-home bleaching more comfortable as it is more gradual. Patients can reduce the frequency of use if they start experiencing sensitivity.
How Often Will I Need To Repeat The Process?
Everyone’s teeth become darker over time, which means that no whitening process is permanent. That said, you can maintain your results easily with occasional touch-up treatments. Many patients receive a whitening procedure, either at home or at the office, every six months or so. If you use tobacco products, drink a lot of coffee, tea, or red wine, or have other lifestyle factors that cause staining, more frequent whitening may be required to preserve your desired outcome.
If you have any questions regarding our teeth whitening treatments in Edmonton, please contact Design Dentistry today at 780-484-8138 for more information or to schedule a consultation with our Edmonton cosmetic dentist.
