Whitening, otherwise known as bleaching, is the procedure of making teeth whiter, and therefore more attractive.

Having a beautiful smile may be even easier than you think. Many people achieve the look they’ve been dreaming of with our simple teeth whitening procedure. It’s safe, quick, and inexpensive. Just let us know at any appointment if you would like to begin teeth whitening. You can lighten only your upper teeth or both the upper and lower, depending on how much of each shows when you talk and smile.

At Arvada Dental Center, we offer two alternatives: The Zoom! In-Office Whitening System and a Take-Home System. The main difference between the two systems is that you use the Take-Home System in the convenience of your own home for a period of about two weeks. The Zoom! In-Office System is performed entirely in the office, in about one hour.

If you prefer teeth that are immediately whiter right now, the Zoom! In-Office Whitening System uses proprietary technology to whiten your teeth an average of eight shades in a little over an hour while you relax at our office. it’s ideal for anyone who wants immediate results.

If you would rather whiten your teeth at home, we offer a Take-Home System. In only a day or two, your custom whitening trays will be ready for you to take home. We provide you with a special whitening agent that you put into the clear, nearly invisible trays. With only one hour of wear per day, our special whitening agent bubbles stains right out of your enamel in a very short time without altering tooth structure or existing dental work in any way. When your teeth reach the brightness you want, only occasional treatment is needed to maintain your new smile. We’ll want to take “after” photos at your next appointment.

The take-home gel is designed to be worn approximately one hour per application, for about two weeks. If instructions are correctly followed for the two-week period, you can usually achieve the same improvement of shades as one Zoom! Whitening session. Dr. Bennett will help you determine how many applications are right for you.

Teeth whitening can be used to correct many tooth discolorations. These discolorations may have been caused by staining, aging, or chemical damage to teeth. Using the latest in whitening technology, we can offer a safe method for creating a beautiful, “brilliant” smile. In cases of extreme tooth discoloration, crowns or veneers may be the only choice. However, because of the low cost of whitening treatments, whitening is nearly always worth a try.

Key Benefits

• Corrects brown, yellow, and mottled tooth staining
• Works on people of all ages.
• Is a near permanent solution for a “dull” smile, restoring brightness, and bringing a smile alive.
  

  How Is It Done?

  Take Home System
  An impression is taken to make a specialized “mouthguard” or “stent” to hold the whitening agent against your teeth. The material is used about one hour every day for about two weeks. Thereafter, significant whitening will occur. In some cases, the change is nothing short of brilliant. For confidence in appearance, whitening technology offers improvements in yellowing, aging, and/or stained teeth. For very severely stained teeth, crowns, or veneers may be more appropriate.

  Zoom! In-Office Whitening System
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  Considerations

  Over-the-counter whitening agents are available at drug stores and pharmacies; however, since these products can harm the gums and teeth, it’s better to use products that our practice recommends.