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Types of Whiteners

If your Dentist agrees that you are a candidate for tooth whitening, you can choose either an over-the-counter tooth whitening kit or a Dentist-supervised treatment.

Over-The-Counter

If using an over-the-counter whitening kit, choose one approved by the American Dental Association and follow the directions on its package. Store-bought kits require 7-30 days of consistent use for full effect. Individual results can vary.

Dentist-Supervised

Dentist-supervised treatments provide greater tooth whitening results faster than store bought kits. Two types of treatment are available:

• An in-office treatment typically whitens teeth 5-10 shades.
• A Dentist-dispensed take-home kit contains a higher concentration of whitening agent than a store-bought kit and is as easy to use. You are likely to be more satisfied with the results of a Dentist-dispensed kit than by a store-bought kit.

In-Office Treatment

After a thorough exam of your teeth, gums and supporting bone structure, your Dentist will tell you whether tooth whitening is a safe option for your smile. If the agreed-upon treatment is an in-office, Dentist-supervised treatment, your Clinician will:

• Prepare your mouth by covering your lips and gums so that only your teeth are exposed
• Apply a professional-strength whitening gel to your teeth
• Expose your teeth to a special light for 15 minutes to help the gel penetrate and whiten your teeth
• Invite you to watch TV or listen to music as you relax in the chair
• Reapply the gel and light treatment two more times