Teeth Whitening – Norwood, MA
Take-Home Teeth Whitening That Actually Works!
Over time, many things can cause your teeth to lose their whiteness, including smoking, drinking dark-colored beverages like coffee, and the natural aging process. Initially, you might think to buy a whitening kit at your local pharmacy or convenience store, but these over-promise and under-deliver time and time again. That’s why we recommend investing your valuable time and money on professional treatments instead! Below, you’ll find some helpful information on our take-home options, but don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you’d prefer to speak with a member of our team instead.
Why Choose Norwood Dental Care for Teeth Whitening?
- Father-and-Son Dental Team
- Affordable Dental Financing Options
- Convenient Appointment Times
Who is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
Naturally, patients who are candidates for teeth whitening have something in common: they are unhappy with stains that have surfaced. If that’s the case for you, then we strongly recommend scheduling a consultation with us to explore the cosmetic dentistry services we offer. Our take-home whitening treatments are extremely popular because they are convenient, safe, inexpensive, and effective. To learn more, including if you are a candidate, then reach out to us to schedule a consultation!
How Does Take-Home Teeth Whitening Work?
Our take-home whitening treatments allow you to lift stubborn stains with professional-grade products from the comfort of your own home. This starts with us taking impressions of your teeth so we can make custom trays. Then, we will provide you with the whitening solution, which you will put into the trays and wear for specific periods of time. When used consistently, patients typically achieve the results they desire within two weeks!
Tips for Maintaining Your Brighter Smile
In order to keep your teeth nice and bright, you need to:
- Keep dark-colored foods and drinks to a minimum
- Commit to a solid at-home oral hygiene regimen
- Break bad habits, like smoking
- Get a dental checkup and teeth cleaning biannually
- Visit us for touch-up whitening treatments as needed
If you are unhappy with your smile because of noticeable stains and discoloration, don’t hesitate to schedule a consultation with us. Once we know a little more about you, including what your aesthetic goals are, we can determine if you’re a good candidate for teeth whitening and get to work on transforming your smile!
Teeth Whitening FAQs
What’s the Difference Between Professional and Store-Bought Teeth Whitening?
Patients choosing between store-bought kits and professional whitening treatments often assume that the only difference is price. That’s not the case. In addition to starting with a comprehensive oral exam to ensure your teeth and gums are healthy, professional treatments use custom-made trays and powerful (but safe) brightening gels. As a result, they lift even the most stubborn stains without compromising your healthy enamel!
Can I Drink Coffee After Whitening My Teeth?
In an effort to prevent stubborn stains from resurfacing, we advise our patients to steer clear of dark-colored beverages, including coffee. We also recommend not eating blackberries, chocolate, BBQ sauce, and other dark-colored foods. Instead, drink lots of water throughout the day and eat foods that are lighter in color, like bananas, oatmeal, and white fish.
Important note: If you do choose to have coffee, make sure you use a straw! If you can, brush your teeth about 20 minutes later as well.
How Long Does Teeth Whitening Treatment Take?
The length of your teeth whitening treatment will depend on several factors, including if any preliminary care is needed, like gum disease therapy. With that said, patients typically achieve the results they desire in just two weeks with our take-home brightening treatments!
Tip: If you have an important event coming up, like a wedding, don’t wait until the last minute to schedule a consultation! Remember, the stain-lifting process may require more than a few weeks of your time if we need to provide any preliminary treatments or if you want a dramatically whiter smile.
What Causes Teeth to Discolor?
Frequent consumption of dark-colored foods and drinks can leave your teeth looking more yellow than white. However, that’s not the only cause of dental discoloration. The natural aging process and certain medications are a few other common culprits. That’s why it’s so important to schedule a consultation with us! In addition to learning about your smile goals, we’ll pinpoint the cause of your dental discoloration as well as the best way to address it.
Is Teeth Whitening Permanent?
Unfortunately, the answer is “no.” There is good news though: the results of your whitening treatment can last anywhere from a couple of months to a few years depending on how well you care for your smile. In other words, if you brush consistently, use a straw when drinking coffee, and incorporate other healthy habits into your routine, you can prolong your results significantly. If, on the other hand, you smoke, you don’t floss regularly, and you skip your biannual dental cleanings, it won’t take long for stubborn stains to resurface.
Is Teeth Whitening Covered By Dental Insurance?
Dental insurance providers usually don’t cover the cost of cosmetic dentistry services, including teeth whitening. Of course, that doesn’t mean that pursuing a brighter and even more beautiful smile is out of reach! At our Norwood dental office, we offer periodic special offers so our patients can get the dental care they need without stressing about the price. If you’re interested in learning about our latest specials, give us a call so one of our friendly team members can provide you with further details.