Teeth Whitening

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.

If teeth whitening using splints is preferred over strips, in a few days your custom bleach splints will be ready for you to pick up. We provide you with a special bleaching agent that you put into the clear splints. With only a few hours of wear per day, our special bleaching agent bubbles stains right out of your enamel in a very short time without 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.

Dental whitening can be used to correct tooth discoloration. Discolorations can be caused by staining, aging, or chemical damage to teeth. Using the latest in whitening 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 treatments, teeth whitening is nearly always worth a solid try.

How is teeth whitening done?

If teeth whitening using splints is preferred, an impression is taken to make a specialized “mouthguard” or “stent” to hold the bleach against the teeth. However, if teeth whitening strips are preferred, no impression is necessary. The material is used each night for about 1-2 hours 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, bleaching technology allows us to promise improvements in yellowing, aging or stained teeth. For very severely stained teeth, crowns or dental veneers may be more appropriate.

CHAIRSIDE WHITENING

If you prefer teeth that are immediately whiter in a little over an hour, Dr. Yang has your answer with LUMIBRITE! The Lumibrite Chairside Whitening System uses proprietary technology to whiten your teeth an average of seven shades in a little over an hour while you relax at your dentist’s office. It’s ideal for anyone who wants immediate results.

How does the Lumibrite Chairside System work?

The Lumibrite Chairside Whitening System light-activated whitening gel’s active ingredient is Hydrogen Peroxide. As Hydrogen Peroxide is broken down, oxygen enters the enamel and dentin, bleaching any colored substance while keeping the structure of the tooth unchanged. The Sapphire Whitening Crystal aids in activating the Hydrogen Peroxide and helps it penetrate the surface of the tooth.

How long is the procedure?

The entire procedure takes just over one hour. The procedure begins with a preparation period followed by one hour of bleaching. A five-minute fluoride treatment completes the procedure.