Teeth Whitening in Edmonton
Stained teeth can be caused by several things: dental caries, food, smoking, medications, aging, and more. Although not all discolored teeth can be whitened, most daily discoloration can be removed with the help of your dentist. Depending on your case, your dentist will determine the cause of your discoloration and provide recommendations and solutions to give you a whiter, brighter smile.
Three primary ways of teeth whitening are:
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- In-Office Whitening
- Custom-made trays filled with high-concentration bleaching gel
- OTC (over-the-counter) bleaching strips
For patients whose teeth cannot be whitened, we suggest considering porcelain veneers as a whiter, brighter alternative.
In-office Dental Whitening
In-office whitening is the most common cosmetic dental procedure in the world today. In-office whitening uses a highly concentrated bleach, which allows patients to see results instantly. Applied carefully by your dentist, this bleaching process, although powerful, is safe for patients and pain-free.
Custom-Fit Trays
For this option, you will come in for an appointment to take dental impressions (a mold of your teeth) and pick up your custom-fit trays about two weeks later. Along with your trays, you will receive syringes of professional-grade tooth bleach to fill your trays with fresh bleach before each use. With this option, you can use your bleach trays to get the desired whiteness.
OTC Bleaching Strips
Over-the-counter bleaching strips are very popular as a budget-friendly way to whiten teeth. These strips are clear and easy to apply, simply sticking to the front of your teeth. They are often suggested for use for seven days in a row to see a noticeably whiter smile.
Tips for Naturally Whiter Teeth
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- Switch to an electric toothbrush
- Brush with baking soda
- Eat strawberries
- Gargle with apple cider vinegar before brushing
- Avoid drinking dark-colored drinks, such as coffee, tea, and soda
- Brush your teeth after eating acidic foods
Why Have a Dental-Supervised Whitening Treatment
If you’re reading this, you may have tried over-the-counter whitening strips, trays, toothpaste, and more. These types of teeth whiteners contain small concentrations of whiteners. However, because the doses are small, the results only last a few months, causing people to buy more whiteners throughout the year.
A professional dentist can whiten your teeth with concentrated yet safe levels of whiteners (carbide or hydrogen peroxides). A few in-office or dental sessions can give you brighter teeth that last up to three years.
Here are more advantages of a dentist-supervised teeth whitening treatment.
Faster Results
In-office whitening treatments can whiten teeth 3-8 shades brighter with several 30-60-minute in-office sessions. The duration of the teeth whitening process will depend on the level of tooth discoloration.
Results Lasts Longer
As mentioned before, professionally whitened teeth can last 1-3 years. With proper oral hygiene, whitening treatments can last longer.
Higher Amounts of Whiteners
Your dentist applies a higher concentration of hydrogen peroxide to your teeth under their supervision. In-office treatments can contain 15-43% peroxide, and at-home whitening gels can contain 10-38% carbamide peroxide.
Less Teeth Sensitivity
Teeth whitening of any kind can lead to tooth sensitivity. However, with a professional dentist monitoring the amount of whitener applied to teeth, patients can minimize the uncomfort.
Got Questions? Here’s What Our Patients Have Frequently Asked Us
Why are My Teeth Sensitive After Whitening?
Peroxide can whiten but also weaken tooth enamel, especially when it’s already thin. When enamel thins and the sensitive dentin or middle layer of the tooth gets exposed, irritating the tooth’s nerves. Anti-sensitivity toothpaste can help avoid this discomfort.
How Long Do Teeth Whitening Treatments Last?
Professionally whitened teeth can last up to three years. However, it can also last up to six years, depending on certain habits such as smoking. Taking care of your teeth can make whitened teeth last longer.
Why are Dentist-Supervised Teeth Whitening Treatments Expensive?
What makes professional teeth whitening expensive is the stronger but safe amount of bleaching agents used under the careful supervision of your dentist. Because of the higher amounts of whiteners, you also receive faster results in a couple of sessions rather than weeks later.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Teeth Whitening Services?
Dental insurance plans cover treatments deemed necessary by dentists and other medical professionals. Since dentists perform cosmetic procedures such as teeth whitening for aesthetic improvements, insurance plans don’t cover them.
Enhance Your Smile with Our Professional Teeth Whitening Services
A brighter smile is more than having whiter teeth. It’s about having uniform brightness, healthy teeth, and more confidence in expressing yourself.
Each person is unique, and so are their teeth. Here at Ellerslie 66 Clinic, we personalize your dental treatment plan based on your dental health and goals. We brighten your teeth to the shade you desire and make arrangements to accommodate your schedule.
Ready to step out there with a brighter confidence? Schedule your appointment with us for a whiter smile.
Experience Whiter Teeth with Ellerslie 66 Dental Clinic
Visiting this clinic monthly. Always like the staff and doctor. Got asked multiple times where I got my dental work done and I have to refer back to Dr. Li. I’m adding this pic after a year: those are real teeth after braces and whitening.