What would people most like to change about their smiles?
They want whiter teeth.
Teeth whitening is the fastest and easiest way to restore your natural smile and make you feel more confident as you go about your daily life. It is a safe and effective way to get your teeth looking brighter and healthier. Having your teeth whitened with the care and guidance of professionals, such as with Teeth Whitening in Tacoma, is the surest way to see the results you’re looking for and will result in a noticeably brighter smile in as little as one visit.
Google Verified Patient Reviews
Why Choose Professional Teeth Whitening?
We’re all unique—our age, lifestyle, diet, medications, and more can all affect our teeth and gums. A whitening product that works for one person may not be effective for you. Even worse, some over-the-counter products can harm your gums.
- Tailored to Your Needs: When you visit us for teeth whitening, we take the time to understand your concerns, expectations, and desired outcomes. After thoroughly examining your teeth and gums, we’ll recommend the best whitening procedure suited to your needs and oral health.
- Performed by Experts: Our dentists are trained in advanced teeth-whitening techniques and products. They know exactly how to perform the procedure while adhering to all safety protocols, ensuring your protection throughout.
- Dramatic Improvement: We use prescription-strength bleaching solutions to whiten your teeth, which contain the most powerful whitening agents available.
- Immediate Results: Only professional teeth whitening delivers exceptional results in as little as one hour.
- Even Whitening: Unlike over-the-counter products, which can cause uneven results (especially whitening strips that miss parts of the tooth), our dentists ensure that every contour and angle of your teeth is thoroughly whitened.
- Increased Comfort: Our whitening process includes the use of a laser to reduce any chance of sensitivity or gum irritation.
Our professional teeth-whitening offers these distinct advantages over store-bought products:
Only a qualified dentist can recommend the safest and most effective whitening procedure for you. Give us a call to get started!
At-Home Whitening Kits
For patients who prefer the flexibility of whitening their teeth on their own schedule and in the comfort of their own home, we offer customized take-home whitening kits.
- Medical-Strength Whitening Gel: The whitening power of our at-home kits is far superior to any store-bought product you’ll find.
- Customized Dental Trays for Best Results: Unlike the one-size-fits-all trays from store-bought kits, our application trays are custom-made based on molds of your actual teeth. They’re designed to fit the natural contours and grooves of your teeth, ensuring consistent and complete whitening of the enamel.
- Expert Dental Guidance: Our dentist will provide you with instructions on how to use the at-home kit safely and effectively to achieve the results you’re aiming for.
Unlike over-the-counter kits, our at-home whitening kits gently lighten enamel over the course of three to four weeks and include:
Try our at-home whitening kits for near-professional results and a brighter, more confident smile!
When to Whiten?
As our dentists will explain, teeth whitening will not change the colour of crowns, bridges, veneers, or fillings. Therefore, we recommend whitening your teeth first if you know that crowns, fillings, or veneers will be needed in the near future. This way, our dentists can match the colour of your future dental work to your newly whitened teeth.
Professional teeth whitening effectively removes stains and discoloration from both the surface of your teeth and the deeper layers, giving you a brighter, more uniform smile.
Book your teeth whitening CONSULTATION
Why Teeth Become Stained or Discolored
Surface Stains:
Our teeth are protected by enamel, a mineral-rich layer that is the hardest substance in your body. However, enamel is also porous, meaning it contains tiny openings that can absorb substances that stain your teeth. These include:
- Dark-colored beverages like tea, coffee, wine, colas, and fruit juices
- Dark-colored sauces such as tomato and soy sauce
- Sugary foods and drinks
- Brightly coloured fruits like berries, cherries, and pomegranates
- Tobacco products
- Poor nutrition and oral hygiene can also contribute to discoloration
Deep Stains:
Discolouration can also occur in the inner layer of the tooth, just below the enamel. This layer is naturally yellow or gray in colour. As we age, the enamel wears down, and the underlying colour starts to show through, making teeth appear dull or dingy. Medications, illness, and injury can also cause deep stains in the inner portion of your teeth.
Top Teeth Whitening Options
Teeth whitening is an effective way to brighten the natural colour of your teeth without resorting to more invasive procedures like veneers. Whether you choose in-office treatment or carefully follow the instructions in your take-home kit, you’ll achieve noticeable results with minimal sensitivity.
Professional Whitening Treatment
For most patients, the most effective way to whiten teeth is through a professional in-office treatment. During your visit, a bleaching solution is applied to your teeth using specially designed trays. Once the trays are in place, a laser is used to gently heat the solution, activating oxygen molecules that penetrate the enamel to remove stains. Laser teeth whitening delivers immediate results and may also help reduce the risk of sensitivity and gum irritation.
Take-Home Teeth Whitening Kit
For patients who prefer to whiten their teeth in the comfort and privacy of their own homes, we offer customized take-home whitening kits. These kits include specially designed application trays that fit the natural contours and grooves of your teeth, ensuring consistent and complete whitening of the enamel. Unlike store-bought kits, our whitening trays are made from molds of your actual teeth, which also helps reduce the risk of tooth sensitivity and gum irritation. The take-home kits gradually lighten your enamel over the course of three to four weeks.
Contact us today
to schedule an initial consultation & exam.
Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and, most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
Cost of Professional Teeth Whitening in Ruston
Professional teeth whitening treatments performed by dental experts in-office typically cost between $600 and $1,200. For a more affordable option, take-home kits are available, which still offer professional guidance and may cost around $300 to $600.
Why Is There Such a Difference in Cost? Let’s break down the pros and cons of in-office whitening, take-home kits, and over-the-counter whitening options:
In-Office Whitening
- Performed by experienced dental professionals
- Highly accurate, minimizing the risk of gum irritation or lasting sensitivity
- We can use stronger, more effective whitening agents in the office
- The fastest whitening option, with noticeable results in a single visit
Take-Home Kit
- Administered under professional care, with whitening agents that are more effective than drugstore alternatives
- Noticeably whiter teeth in weeks, not months
- Custom-made trays that fit perfectly, reduce the risk of gum irritation, and ensure even application of the whitening agent
If you have further questions or need a more accurate quote, give us a call or request an appointment today!
Frequently Asked Questions
Plaque forms when bacteria from food and drink particles aren’t properly removed from your teeth. Over time, plaque hardens into tartar, which can only be removed by a dentist or hygienist. This yellow coating can develop on or around your teeth if you don’t brush thoroughly or often enough.
Teeth whitening is generally considered safe, though you may experience some sensitivity, especially during the first or second treatment. This sensitivity usually diminishes over time. It’s important to always follow the instructions that come with your take-home kit or over-the-counter products.
Teeth whitening is typically not covered by insurance. However, you can call your insurance provider to verify if it’s included in your plan. We can provide an estimate for you to submit to your provider.
After your whitening treatment, avoid foods and drinks that could stain a white shirt. These include dark beverages like tea, coffee, red wine, and coloured soft drinks, as well as foods like tomato sauce, curry, soy sauce, red meat, chocolate, and most fruits except bananas.
The duration of teeth whitening results depends on the type of treatment and how well you maintain your oral care. Whitening can last anywhere from 6 months to up to 3 years.
