Everyone's teeth become discolored and stained naturally over time for several reasons. Factors that contribute to tooth discoloration can include exposure to highly pigmented foods and drinks, age, tobacco use, and even certain medications. Having a bright, white smile, however, can take years off of your appearance, boost your confidence, and even help you in your career (depending on the industry you work in). When it comes to getting a brighter, whiter smile, the best option is always professional teeth whitening.

Why Choose Professional Teeth Whitening? The Professional Teeth Whitening Difference

Fast and Effective

With professional whitening treatments, such as Zoom and KOR, you can get the smile you desire in one or two treatment sessions - rather than after months and months of using whitening products at home.

Professional whitening treatments contain medical-grade whitening agents that are much stronger than the ingredients available in over-the-counter teeth whitening products. Professional whitening agents work swiftly and powerfully to dissolve discoloration and lift stains from the teeth. As a result, you can achieve your desired results in much less time.  

See Your Progress and Achieve Customized Whitening Results

When getting your teeth whitened at the dentist's office, we'll help you keep track of your results by documenting your starting tooth enamel shade and helping you select a level of targeted whitening that will look beautiful and natural. Then, we'll tailor your teeth whitening treatment plan to achieve the results you desire.  

Always Safe

Yes, over-the-counter products that have been approved by the American Dental Association (ADA) are safe when used according to the manufacturer's instructions. (We still recommend checking with your dentist before starting an over-the-counter whitening routine.)

However, not all products available over-the-counter are safe to use. Many of these products have not been properly tested and have not been approved by the ADA. These products can sometimes contain overly harsh and abrasive ingredients that can weaken your tooth enamel and even harm your sensitive gum tissues.

Professional teeth whitening treatments are always safe and will never compromise the health or integrity of your tooth enamel and gums. Plus, they're personally prescribed by a dentist and administered under professional dental care and supervision to ensure the health and safety of our patients.

Professionally Manage Sensitivity

Whether over-the-counter or professionally administered, teeth whitening treatments can sometimes cause some temporary tooth sensitivity that could cause patients to experience some pain when their teeth are exposed to hot or cold temperatures.  

With professional teeth whitening treatments, our dentists can apply a special protective gel to the patient's gums in addition to administering professional fluoride applications to fully mineralize the tooth enamel and mitigate any tooth sensitivity that arises.  

Professional Teeth Whitening Treatment Options: Zoom and Kor

Patients have two options in professional teeth whitening which include in-office treatments and take-home whitening kits. Both types of treatments are fully customized for the patient's comfort and desired results. In-office treatments work slightly faster than take-home whitening kits but both are equally effective.  

How to Maintain Your Whiter, Brighter Smile

Professional whitening results are impactful, but they are not permanent. As soon as you leave our office and have your first meal or drink, you might be diminishing the results.

To make the most of your professional teeth whitening treatments, consider the following tips:

• Avoid consuming highly pigmented foods and drinks (tea, coffee, dark-colored soda, red wine, red or blue Kool-Aid, berries, and chocolate).

• Rinse your mouth with water after consuming a highly pigmented food or drink.

• Refrain from all kinds of tobacco use (chew, cigarettes, cigars, vaping, etc.).  

• Use an ADA-approved toothpaste formulated for whitening to help eliminate new stains and discoloration as they develop.

• Continue practicing good oral hygiene (brushing and flossing daily).

• Visit the dentist for a professional cleaning every six months.  

Is Teeth Whitening Right for You? Request a Smile Makeover Consultation with Our Detroit Dentist

Professional teeth whitening is a simple, non-invasive, pain-free cosmetic treatment that offers a massive impact in terms of refreshing and elevating your overall appearance. While professional teeth whitening is an excellent option for many patients, it is not right for everyone. For example, whitening agents do not work on porcelain restorations, so they are not always recommended for patients with this kind of dental work.  

If you're interested in reaping the benefits of a dazzling, professionally whitened smile, we encourage you to contact Whole Dental Wellness to request an appointment with our dentist in Detroit, MI today.