Teeth Whitening in East Brainerd TN
Are you dissatisfied with the color of your teeth? Staining of your teeth takes place for a variety of reasons such as use of tobacco, poor oral hygiene. Teeth can also be stained by certain foods and drinks. In addition, teeth naturally darkens as you grow older.
Fortunately, visiting our office for a professional whitening treatment can reverse the effects of teeth staining. Brilliant, white teeth will make you look healthier and more youthful.
There are several over-the-counter whitening treatments readily available for purchase. Professional whitening is generally safer and more efficient. Our in-office whitening trays are custom-fitted to your teeth to help minimize issues such as discussed above.
In-Office Whitening
We will choose the appropriate strength whitening gel based on factors like your level of sensitivity and your whitening objectives. This gel is typically applied using custom-made applicator trays for maximum comfort and to protect the tissues in your mouth from becoming irritated by the whitening gel. Teeth can be lightened dramatically in only one session.
At-Home Whitening
If you prefer to whiten your teeth at your convenience, your dentist may provide you with a custom at-home whitening kit or the Opalescence Whitening Kit. You will be given specific instructions for how to use it safely.
Schedule a Consultation Today
Why wait any longer to start working on your perfect smile? Contact your dentist today to find out more about whitening services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Generally speaking, teeth will yellow or orange discoloration will respond extremely well to whitening. Teeth that have bluish-gray tint/discoloration generally are more difficult to treat with whitening.
Unfortunately, whitening will not change the color of your restorations(fillings/crowns/onlays/inlays). It was important to whiten your teeth before you have any restorations completed that may appear in your smile.
Generally, whitening usually lasts anywhere from 1 to 3 years. Sometimes whitening can last much longer in certain situations. If you consume a lot of food and drinks that stains considerably, then the whitening effect will not last as long.
Teeth staining can have several different causes. Some of the most common culprits we see include:
- Smoking
- Drinking staining beverages such as coffee, tea, and red wine
- Eating staining foods like berries and curry
- Inadequate dental hygiene
- Certain health conditions
- Genetics
While the whitening kits you can find at your local drugstore cost less than professional kits, the truth is that this is a case where you get what you pay for.
Drugstore whitening kits are designed to be "one size fits all," which often translates to "one size fits none." The strengths are much lower than what you can get in a professional kit, meaning that you must use the product for a longer period of time and are still unlikely to get the results you can find in a professional product. Additionally, your results are not being monitored by the dentist you know and trust. Give our office a call today!
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Dr. Primesh Modi
Dr. Primesh Modi was born in Houston, TX but grew up in Chattanooga. After graduating from Notre Dame High School here in Chattanooga, Dr. Modi continued his education at the University of Memphis, earning his BS in Computer Engineering Technology in 2005 and a BS in Biology in 2007.
Dr. Modi experienced a great deal of dental care during the first part of his life and discovered that he had a passion for providing outstanding care to others. It was clear to him that his next step would be dental school, and he ...
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