Teeth Whitening – Englewood, FL

Many patients experience anxiety around dental appointments because they worry they’ll be long or agonizing. Thankfully, teeth whitening is considered a minimally invasive treatment that doesn’t hurt, as is the case with most cosmetic procedures.

That said, some people have inadvertently placed over-the-counter bleaches over areas of tooth decay, which can be quite uncomfortable. You don’t have to worry about this when you visit our team for professional cosmetic services near Englewood because we will examine your mouth first to ensure no pre-existing problems interfere with your results.  

It’s natural to wonder why you should invest in professional whitening services when there are more cost-effective options at your local store or pharmacy. Although these commercial products claim to be able to brighten your grin, they don’t always give you the desired results. This is because these options contain diluted bleaching agents and pre-doctored strips or one-size-fits-all trays that don’t always sit correctly over your teeth.

Meanwhile, our team utilizes ultra-strength gels and specially designed trays to avoid application errors and achieve your ideal shade. Plus, we offer both in-office services and customized take-home kits for your convenience. You can enjoy instant results from an on-site procedure or choose to gradually lighten your smile from the comfort of your home with fitted trays and professional-grade gels.

Potentially, anyone who isn’t 100% satisfied with the color of their teeth when they smile in the mirror can benefit from teeth whitening. However, before proceeding, you must consult with one of our dentists to ensure you’re a good candidate.

Before proceeding with any elected service, we’ll examine your mouth to ensure there are no cavities, gum disease, or other injuries and issues and will treat any areas of concern. Then, we’ll identify the type of discoloration to determine an appropriate treatment.

For example, external stains in your enamel from eating and drinking dark foods can usually be effectively reduced or eliminated with topical treatments. However, intrinsic discoloration that seeps into or originates in the lower layers of your teeth might require a different solution, like veneers or dental bonding.

Most dental insurance companies don’t cover the cost of services that are intended to improve your appearance more than your oral health, like teeth whitening. Because you’re personally invested, it’s only natural to want to do everything you can to keep your recently upgraded grin once you achieve the perfect shade.

Typically, you can expect the results to last anywhere from six months to three years, but it depends on how well you take care of your teeth. You can maintain a lighter grin by:

• Watching what you eat. Stick with healthier snacks that won’t stain your teeth, like yogurt, cheese, or fresh fruits and vegetables. Avoid common culprits known to cause problems like coffee, tea, wine, and berries.
• Implement a routine. If you don’t already, now’s an ideal time to begin brushing and flossing twice daily to remove plaque to prevent cavities, gum disease, injuries, and discoloration.
• Schedule follow-ups. You may need repeated treatments to obtain just the right hue, and then may have to have occasional touch-ups to keep your grin looking fresh.
• Don’t smoke. Cigarettes contain toxic chemicals that can bind to your teeth and tint them more brown or yellow than pearly white. Plus, they are a known risk factor for issues like tooth decay, periodontitis, and oral cancer, so they should be avoided.