Tooth Whitening

Tooth Whitening

Tooth whitening (or bleaching) is a simple, non-invasive dental treatment used to change the color of natural tooth enamel and is an ideal way to enhance the beauty of your smile.

Because having whiter teeth has now become the number one aesthetic concern of most patients, there are a number of ways to whiten teeth.  The most popular method is using a home tooth whitening system that will whiten teeth dramatically.  Since tooth whitening only works on natural tooth enamel, it is important to evaluate replacement of any old fillings, crowns, etc.  Replacement of any restorations will be done after bleaching so they will match the newly bleached teeth.

Tooth whitening is not permanent.  A touch-up maybe needed every several years, and more often if you smoke, drink coffee, tea, or wine.

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Reasons for tooth whitening:

  • Fluorosis (excessive fluoridation during tooth development)
  • Normal wear of outer tooth layer
  • Stained teeth due to medications (tetracycline, etc.)
  • Yellow, brown stained teeth

What does tooth whitening involve?

This type of tooth whitening usually requires two visits.At the first appointment, impressions (molds) will be made of your teeth to fabricate custom, clear plastic, trays.

At your second appointment, you will try on the trays for proper fit, and adjustments will be made if necessary.  The trays are worn with special whitening solution either twice a day for 30 minutes or overnight for a couple of weeks depending on the degree of staining and desired level of whitening.  It is normal to experience tooth sensitivity during the time you are whitening your teeth, but it will subside shortly after you have stopped bleaching.

You will receive care instructions for your teeth and trays, and be encouraged to visit your dentist regularly to help maintain a beautiful, healthy, white smile.

CCIND always remain on the forefront of the newest development in teeth whitening to bring to you only the best out there.  At this time and based on our extensive research, the best options for teeth whitening are:

A) In Office 1 hour Whitening: we use the ZOOM2 system as it has proven to be the most effective with the least side effects. We will provide you with a very comfortable atmosphere (including music and television movies) to help you enjoy your time while whitening your teeth.  We will also give you specific at home instructions once your procedure is finished.

B) Professional At Home Whitening: this is a less expensive procedure as it is performed by you in the convenience of your home.  Unlike the over the counter at home whitening products, CCIND’s at home whitening comes with a custom retainer which we will fabricate for your upper and lower teeth.  We will also provide you with the whitening material which you will place onto the retainer and then over your teeth for half hour a day for a period of 7 days.  The at home professional whitening system is attractive not only for its lower price point, but also because it is associated with almost no sensitivity while using the product.

Please ask us and we will guide you through the BEST whitening option for you.