What is Professional Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is a safe and effective dental procedure designed to lighten the shade of your teeth. It can help remove years of stains and discoloration caused by coffee, tea, wine, and other everyday culprits.

We believe that a confident smile can change your life, and teeth whitening is one of the easiest and most effective ways to drastically improve your appearance and boost your self-esteem.

While over-the-counter teeth whitening products may seem tempting, professional teeth whitening offers significant advantages for achieving safe, effective, and long-lasting results. 

Here's why you should consider a professional teeth whitening treatment at Dental Arts of Cherry Hills.

• Our teeth whitening treatments are performed by experienced providers who ensure your safety and the effectiveness of the procedure.

• We tailor our teeth whitening treatments to your individual needs and goals, taking into account your tooth sensitivity, desired shade, and lifestyle.

• Dentists use stronger, professional-grade whitening agents that deliver faster, more dramatic results than over-the-counter options.

• We take steps to minimize tooth sensitivity during the whitening process, ensuring a comfortable experience.

• Professional teeth whitening ensures uniform whitening across all teeth, avoiding the patchy or uneven results often seen with over-the-counter products.
  

Teeth Whitening Options We Offer

Achieve a visibly whiter smile in just one visit with our in-office teeth whitening treatments, or enjoy gradual, comfortable whitening with our high-quality take-home kits.

In-Office Teeth Whitening

Experience the power of a dramatically whiter smile in just one visit with our in-office teeth whitening treatment, also known as power bleaching. Our skilled dental hygienists will gently and effectively whiten even the most persistent tooth staining in a single session.

During this process, our provider carefully applies a powerful whitening gel to your teeth and activates it with a special light or laser to reveal a significantly brighter smile. This process typically takes 90 to 120 minutes. Sit back, relax, listen to music, and leave with a noticeably brighter smile.

Take-Home Teeth Whitening Kits

At Dental Arts of Cherry Hills, we're excited to offer the Essential Whitening system, a cutting-edge approach to teeth whitening that combines the power of an in-office treatment with the convenience of at-home maintenance. This comprehensive system delivers exceptional results while minimizing sensitivity.

Here’s how the Essential Whitening process works:

1. One-Hour Chairside Treatment: Your journey to a brighter smile begins with a quick, efficient, and comfortable one-hour treatment in our office. Our provider will apply this exclusive formula, featuring a powerful blend of 44% Carbamide Peroxide (CP) and 5% Potassium Nitrate, and activate it with a universal LED-activated mouth tray. The kit comes with a universal LED-activated mouth tray. The unique formula and advanced LED technology can brighten your teeth by up to 6 shades
2. Take-Home Maintenance: After your in-office treatment, you'll receive a Take-Home Kit for future touch-ups, ensuring a long-lasting, dazzling smile. The take-home kit includes:

• Universal LED light mouth tray.
• A desensitizing pen to help reduce any sensitivity.
• 35% CP gel for 10 additional touch-up treatments.
• Travel case for convenient storage.

Internal Bleaching

Root canals can lead to darkening of the teeth, but we can help you brighten these teeth. Additionally, for teeth that are resistant to other whitening methods, particularly in the case of devitalized (dead) teeth, we offer internal bleaching as a means to lighten them for improved aesthetics.

During this procedure, our provider applies a specialized bleaching agent directly into the hollow tooth pulp cavity to target internal discoloration that may be causing a grey or brown appearance.

The process is gradual and may require several applications to achieve the desired level of whiteness. Once the result has been perfected, the tooth is then permanently sealed.

What to Expect During Your Teeth Whitening Treatment

Here's what you can expect during your teeth whitening treatment.



• Consultation & Examination: Our dental hygienist will thoroughly assess your oral health, discuss your teeth whitening goals, and answer any questions you may have. He will determine if you are a candidate for teeth whitening and recommend the best option for your individual needs.

• Shade Assessment: We'll record your current tooth shade using a shade guide, allowing us to track your progress and ensure you achieve your desired level of brightness.

• Treatment: Your teeth whitening treatment will be performed according to the chosen method (in-office or take-home), with your comfort and safety as our top priorities.

• Post-Treatment Instructions: We'll provide you with detailed instructions on how to care for your teeth after whitening, including tips on maintaining your results and minimizing sensitivity.

• Follow-Up Appointment: For some treatments, a follow-up appointment may be scheduled to assess your progress and address any lingering concerns.

Tips for Keeping Your Smile Sparkling

To maintain your bright, white smile after teeth whitening, follow these simple tips:

• Brush your teeth at least twice a day and floss daily to remove plaque and prevent staining.

• Minimize your consumption of coffee, tea, red wine, dark sodas, and other foods and drinks that can stain your teeth.

• Consider touch-up treatments to help you maintain your whitening results over time.

• Schedule regular dental checkups and cleanings to maintain your overall oral health and keep your smile looking its best.

Ideal Candidate for Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is a safe and effective option for most people, but it's important to determine if you're a good candidate. Generally, you may be a good candidate for treatment if the following are true:

• Have healthy teeth and gums since teeth whitening is most effective on healthy teeth and gums

• Have realistic expectations since even though teeth whitening can lighten the shade of your teeth by several shades, it may not achieve a perfectly white smile

• Have a limited number of fillings or crowns in the treatment area since teeth whitening only works on natural tooth structure and won't lighten fillings or crowns

• Experience minimal tooth sensitivity since you may experience temporary tooth sensitivity after teeth whitening