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Should I Have My Teeth Whitened Professionally?


Posted on 8/15/2024 by The Center for Esthetic Dentistry
Photo of patient's teeth whitening done at  The Center for Esthetic Dentistry in Grants Pass, ORThere are many events in life where you want to look your best. Your first prom. The day you graduate from high school or college. Walking down the aisle at your wedding. Your first big job interview for a job you really want. All of these occasions and more are reason enough to show up with your best look, which means you may need to have a look at your teeth. Here are some suggestions for when you can whiten your teeth on your own and when you need the help of our dentist to have your best-looking smile.

How Much Whiter Do Your Teeth Need to Be?

If you only need to whiten your teeth a shade or two, you may be able to whiten your teeth by switching to a whitening toothpaste and mouthwash. Both toothpaste and mouthwash can whiten your teeth a couple of shades in a month or so. However, if you need to speed up your whitening, you can also use whitening strips. You can buy these whitening strips over the counter at grocery stores and drugstores nationwide. These over-the-counter whitening strips can whiten your teeth several shades in a couple of weeks. What if you need a more immediate fix? It is time to give our office a call. Our dentist has tools to whiten your teeth in one or two visits.

What if I Have Heavily Discolored Teeth?

Many older adults have discolored teeth due to diet, age, or medication. If your teeth are stained heavily from tobacco use, for example, you need stronger whitening techniques than over-the-counter treatments are able to provide. Dentists have several options to help your teeth become whiter and brighter. They can use whitening trays for you at the office, or you can take them home to use them. These agents often use peroxide and other materials to whiten your teeth. Some dentists use polishing tools with baking soda mixes to whiten and clean your teeth. There are even lasers for tooth whitening, so your smile will be picture-perfect.

Do you need your teeth whitened? We can help. Reach out to us today to make an appointment.




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