Teeth Whitening

What Is Professional Teeth Whitening?

Professional teeth whitening uses clinical-grade bleaching agents to lighten the color of your teeth, removing stains and discoloration that accumulate over time. Unlike over-the-counter products, professional whitening is supervised by your dentist, uses stronger and more effective formulations, and delivers faster, more consistent results.

Why Our Approach Is Different

Whitening may seem simple, but a professional approach makes a meaningful difference:

• Pre-treatment evaluation — we examine your teeth first to ensure whitening is appropriate and to identify any conditions (cavities, exposed roots, worn enamel) that should be addressed first
• Customized treatment — the concentration and duration of treatment is tailored to your starting shade, sensitivity level, and desired result
• Gum protection — careful isolation of soft tissue prevents irritation
• Realistic expectations — honest guidance about what whitening can achieve and how long results will last
• Integration with other treatments — if you’re considering veneers or bonding, whitening is sequenced appropriately for the best overall result

What to Expect

1. Examination — evaluation of your oral health and discussion of your whitening goals
2. Custom trays — a digital intraoral scan is used to fabricate custom-fitted whitening trays
3. At-home treatment — professional-grade whitening gel used with your custom trays over 1–2 weeks
4. Follow-up — evaluation of results and guidance on maintaining your brighter smile

Who It’s For

Professional whitening is ideal for patients with:

• Yellowed or stained teeth from coffee, tea, wine, or tobacco
• Age-related tooth darkening
• A desire for a brighter smile before a special event
• Interest in cosmetic improvement with a non-invasive treatment