Teeth Whitening

What are my teeth whitening options?

There are numerous teeth-whitening options, including:

• Over-the-counter gels
• Whitening toothpaste
• In-office whitening treatments
• Whitening strips and take-home kits
• Other products that use chemicals for stain removal

Some methods can only be done professionally in a dental office, such as with the Zoom laser, an affordable, revolutionary, one-hour treatment that  jumpstarts your path yields long-lasting results in just one visit at Sunrise Dental.

At-home methods can work for extrinsic stains, while professional treatments like the ones offered by Sunrise Dental are effective for both extrinsic and intrinsic discoloration and deeper-set stains.

How does teeth whitening work?

For teeth-whitening methods that use bleaching chemicals, the bleach breaks the stains into smaller particles that disperse the color. That makes your teeth look whiter since the color is less concentrated.

Teeth whitening treatments can combat tooth discoloration caused by:

• Foods and drinks
• Tobacco use
• Poor dental hygiene
• Disease
• Medications
• Genetics
• Trauma

The Zoom whitening system delivers results up to eight shades whiter since it can break up deeper stains.

You might experience mild tooth sensitivity during or immediately following teeth whitening, but this is well-tolerated, particularly with some topical, anti-sensitivity products that can be applied.

Most people are good candidates for the Zoom laser. Your dentist at Sunrise Dental evaluates your gums and teeth and helps you decide on the best teeth whitening option for you.

What are the benefits of teeth whitening with Zoom?

The Zoom laser has many benefits. The results are immediate, and it’s customizable so that you can choose your shade of white  in most cases.

The teeth whitening lasts a long time, and you get to go home with custom whitening trays that are made to perfectly fit your teeth, as well as extra take-home whitening gel with custom touch-up kits to further enhance the effects.

Aside from mild tooth sensitivity, there are no side effects, and the process is entirely safe.

Are professional teeth whitening treatments better than over-the-counter kits?

Professional teeth-whitening treatments are much more effective because they’re stronger and designed to be used by a professional.

The bleaching chemicals are more concentrated, and the laser light can only be used by a trained dental professional.

Professional dental treatments are far superior at removing deep-set stains. To find out more about Zoom teeth whitening, call the office or schedule your consultation with Sunrise Dental online.