Tooth Whitening
Everyone wants it: a brighter, whiter, more winning smile. Tooth whitening can help you get it. Is going white just right for you? Following are seven simple answers to help enlighten you about our Chicago tooth whitening services.
1. Is tooth whitening right for all teeth?
Ask
the Chicago dentists at Dental Professionals to evaluate your teeth
before deciding on tooth whitening services. Yellowish, hued teeth
respond well to bleach, but brownish-colored and grayish-hued teeth do
not. Tooth whitening does not whiten caps, veneers or bonded teeth.
Finally, if you're nursing or pregnant, we do not recommend whitening.
2. Is tooth whitening safe?
Yes.
Be assured that the tooth whitening services we provide will not soften
enamel or existing fillings. The primary ingredient in the tooth
whitening formula we use at Dental Professionals is hydrogen peroxide,
used safely in tooth whitening procedures for over 100 years.
3. Can tooth whitening be done in your Chicago and Skokie offices?
If
you prefer, chair side power bleaching can be done in one hour at our
Chicago and Skokie offices. We'll apply a protective gel or rubber
shield for your gums, apply tooth whitening agent and use a special
light to enhance the action of the agent. One session is generally
enough to significantly whiten your teeth; some patients may require an
additional session.
4. What if I want to whiten my teeth at home?
Take-home
tooth whitening is available to be done anywhere and anytime. We'll
give you a custom-made bleaching tray filled with a mild bleaching
agent. Just wear the tray daily as prescribed by your dentist for two to
four weeks for great results.
5. How much whiter will my teeth look?
Most people see a significant change in the whiteness of their smiles; but results will vary by individual.
6. Is bleaching painful in any way?
The majority of patients experience no pain or sensitivity during the process or after.
7. How do I keep my teeth white after the bleaching?
To
maintain your new bright smile, brush your teeth twice daily or after
each meal and floss once a day, visit our dentists regularly for
cleanings and check-ups and do a touch-up bleach at home. With regular
professional care and use of after-care products, you can maintain your
new whiteness for many years.
