Teeth Whitening – St. Augustine, FL
Lighten Your Teeth By Eight Shades or More!
Have you tried over-the-counter whitening kits but been disappointed time and time again? You’re not alone. After all, the diluted brightening agents and flimsy applicators can really only whiten your teeth by a shade or two at most. If you want to dramatically transform your smile, then you should schedule an appointment with us to see if you’re a candidate for professional teeth whitening! Whether you choose an in-office treatment or take-home kit, we can lighten your teeth by eight shades or more, giving you the gorgeous grin you’ve always wanted.
Why Choose Salt Run Family Dentistry for Teeth Whitening?
- Top-Rated Dental Team in the Area
- CareCredit Flexible Financing Available
- Morning, Lunchtime, and Afternoon Appointments
Who is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
Although no two smiles are exactly the same, patients interested in teeth whitening always have something in common: they aren’t happy with their smile because of stubborn stains! Whether yours are the result of frequent coffee consumption, a new medication you’re taking, or the natural aging process, we recommend coming in for a consultation with one of our dedicated cosmetic dentists so they can determine if you’re a good candidate for this cosmetic dental service.
How Does Teeth Whitening Work?
At our St. Augustine dental office, patients have the option of a take-home whitening kit or an in-office whitening treatment. Here’s a little more information on each:
Take-Home Teeth Whitening
Opalescence® GO take-home kits offer the best of both worlds: the convenience of over-the-counter products with the effectiveness of in-office treatments. We’ll give you everything you need to lift stubborn stains, including specific instructions on when and how to use the products for the best results.
In-Office Teeth Whitening
What if you want to see noticeable results quicker? In that case, we recommend an in-office Opalescence® BOOST treatment! Our team will handle every step of the process while you relax comfortably in the treatment chair. Usually, it only takes about an hour to achieve the desired results.
Tips for Maintaining Your Brighter Smile
After investing your valuable time and money on professional teeth whitening, it’s only natural to want to maintain your results for as long as you can. To do so, we recommend:
- Not drinking coffee, wine, soda, or juice without a straw
- Eating light-colored foods, like white fish
- Brushing and flossing your teeth after each meal
- Getting a dental checkup and teeth cleaning twice a year
- Avoiding unhealthy dental habits that can stain your teeth, like smoking
Teeth Whitening FAQs
How Long Does Teeth Whitening Treatment Take?
The amount of time that you expect your teeth whitening to take depends on which path you take. If you pursue in-office whitening, you’ll be able to see results within as little as a single appointment, one generally taking less than an hour.
Take-home options allow you greater comfort, but also tend to take longer than in-office whitening to see results. Over the course of a few weeks, you’ll likely see your smile brighten by up to eight shades. If you’re trying to beautify your smile before a big event, you should keep these timelines in mind.
Does Teeth Whitening Work on Dental Crowns?
The answer is no, teeth whitening cannot work on your dental crowns. Professional whitening solutions penetrate work by penetrating into small pores on the enamel, lifting stains that have settled there. However, the materials that dental crowns are made from are non-porous, which means that they can’t be treated in quite the same way.
Moreover, whitening gels can potentially weaken the adhesive that connects the dental crown to the tooth, so if you have one it’s important to reveal this information to us before you get teeth whitening. And if you are unhappy with the color of your dental crown, you’ll need to swap it out with another.
Is Teeth Whitening Permanent?
Teeth whitening is not permanent, and the results from the treatment will fade with time. You can expect your teeth to stay white for anywhere from a few months to several years after your treatment, provided that you do your part to maintain them.
By adhering to oral hygiene standards, avoiding smoking, attending regular checkups, and getting touch ups when necessary, you can make your new, white teeth last as long as possible.
Is Teeth Whitening Safe?
Of course, there’s no way to guarantee the safety of whitening treatments that you get from the store or that you try to create yourself. However, when you get your teeth whitening from us, we can guarantee that the treatment you get will be completely safe.
We make use of professional grade, ADA approved materials in our teeth whitening, and will customize the concentration of your whitening gel to perfectly match your needs. For all of these reasons, we can absolutely guarantee your health and safety for the duration of any whitening treatment you receive from us.