Teeth Whitening – Dyer, IN
Lift Stubborn Stains, Reveal a Bright Smile
Over the years, your teeth may have taken on a more yellow hue. Whether it’s from frequent coffee consumption or the natural aging process, don’t worry – we offer both in-office and take-home whitening treatments at our Dyer dental office. So, whether you want to lighten your teeth by several shades in a single visit or you want to gradually lift stains from the comfort of your own home, we can help! Read on to learn more, or get in touch with our friendly team to schedule a consultation.
Why Choose Advanced Dental Concepts for Teeth Whitening?
- In-Office and Take-Home Whitening Treatments
- Convenient Appointment Times
- CareCredit Flexible Financing Welcome
Who is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
Fortunately, professional teeth whitening treatments can lift stains from certain medications, dark-colored beverages, like coffee, the natural aging process, and just about everything in between. So, if you want a whiter smile, it’s worth scheduling a consultation with one of our talented cosmetic dentists! Once they’ve determined what’s causing the discoloration, they’ve reviewed your dental history, and they’ve conducted an oral exam, they can determine if this is the best smile-enhancing treatment for you.
How Does Teeth Whitening Work?
The road to your dream smile will look a little different depending on whether you choose an in-office or take-home whitening treatment. Here’s a little more information about each:
Take-Home Teeth Whitening
Using store-bought whitening products tends to have limited results. The ingredients just aren’t able to reach stains beneath the enamel. Fortunately, the professional whitening kits provided by Advanced Dental Concepts are much more reliable. You’ll be given a custom-crafted tray along with bleaching gel and usage instructions. You will fill the tray with the gel and wear it for a set amount of time each day. Normally, it only takes a few weeks to brighten the smile by as many as ten shades.
In-Office Teeth Whitening
While our whitening kits are effective, they also take time. If you need results right away for an upcoming wedding, graduation, or another special event, an in-practice whitening can brighten your smile in about an hour. This also gives you the benefit of having your dentist by your side to directly oversee the entire treatment process.
The first step is taking a picture of your smile and then discussing the exact shade you want. (You don’t always want it to be as white as possible, as it may end up looking unnatural.) When the treatment starts, we will apply whitening gel to the teeth for about 15 minutes at a time. At the end of said 15 minutes, we’ll check on the teeth and decide whether or not another application as needed. Two to three applications are all it normally takes for a 10-shade improvement.
Tips for Maintaining Your Brighter Smile
To prevent stubborn stains from resurfacing quickly, we recommend adopting the following habits:
- Using a straw when drinking coffee
- Brushing and flossing consistently
- Eating light-colored foods, like white fish, oatmeal, and plain yogurt
- Getting a dental checkup and teeth cleaning biannual
- Not smoking
If you would like to learn more about our teeth whitening treatments, or any of the other cosmetic dentistry services we offer, then don’t hesitate to schedule a consultation with us!