What is the best way to whiten my teeth?
The answer depends on the degree of tooth discoloration, and how white you want them to be. We offer teeth whitening 3 ways: HOME WHITENING – This process works for teeth that are discolored from coffee, tea sodas, and tobacco. Home whitening involves wearing a custom-made whitening tray (looks like a thin, transparent mouth guard) filled with a mild whitening gel 2-8 hours per day for about two to four weeks. We check your progress once a week during the period you are using the teeth whitening gel. IN-OFFICE WHITENING – This process can be done in one visit or may require additional visits, depending on how your teeth respond to the process. It is also applicable for a tooth that has been darkened by root canal treatment. A protective shield is placed around the teeth to be treated and protects your gums. Whitening gel is then put into place and a high intensity light is applied to further activate the process. Tray maintenance is required from time-to-time, in order to keep teeth th