Brighten Your Smile With Zoom Teeth Whitening

Having bright, white teeth is a cosmetic goal that many people want to achieve. While good oral hygiene habits and regular cleanings help keep discoloration at bay, some patients need a little more help.

Professional whitening treatments lift stubborn stains from foods and beverages, leaving your smile several shades whiter. This is one of the most popular types of cosmetic dentistry services that we offer!

Zoom!® Whitening

A brighter smile has many psychological benefits that can enhance your self-esteem and overall mood. Stained or discolored teeth can make you feel self-conscious, limiting social interaction. Zoom is a safe and effective way to whiten your smile without affecting the structure of your tooth.

This treatment uses a whitening gel with a powerful LED light to bleach away staining substances. It can take 45 minutes and typically whitens your teeth by several shades. You can maintain your results by practicing good oral hygiene and keeping up with touch-up treatments on a regular basis.

Having your teeth professionally cleaned before receiving Zoom is important because the existing pellicle protects the enamel and dentin from whitening. This prevents irritation during the whitening process. Your dentist will also apply a sensitivity-reducing gel to reduce discomfort after treatment. Avoid consuming colored food or drink such as coffee, red wine, tomato sauce and berries immediately after the treatment. You can resume eating these items in moderation after 48 hours.

In-Office Whitening

Teeth staining is a common dental concern that many patients have. Food and beverages, tobacco, medications and the natural aging process can all contribute to dingy teeth. Fortunately, there are ways to lighten the shade of your teeth.

Professional whitening treatments are safer and more effective than over-the-counter products. They also offer long-lasting results.

During in-office bleaching, a dentist uses a peroxide-based whitening gel on your teeth and the procedure is monitored for safety and effectiveness. Typically, the procedure lasts just over an hour and is often completed in one session.

The whitening procedure is most effective on natural teeth, as the staining agents will work best on the enamel and dentin of your teeth. However, certain stains do not respond well to the whitening gel and may require alternative treatment options. In-office whitening can also whiten existing crowns, bridges and fillings but will not change their color or make them look lighter. It is important to discuss your smile goals with our team to determine if this option is right for you.

Take-Home Whitening

For patients who cannot get to the dentist for their whitening treatment, they can receive customized take-home trays and a kit of whitening gel that they can use at home. These trays fit snugly on the teeth and keep the whitening gel inside. The whitening gel works to break down surface stains and lighten the teeth.

In some cases, the whitening process may be combined with a dental laser or light to increase its effectiveness. For example, a study showed that whitening gel with the use of halogen or laser light increased the initial shade whiteness of the teeth by up to three weeks.

The most common causes of tooth discoloration are intrinsic (internal) staining or extrinsic stains. Both of these types of stains can be removed by a whitening treatment that contains a high concentration of peroxide, or a whitening rinse or toothpaste that helps to remove surface stains from the teeth. Maintaining the results of your whitening treatment will require diligent oral hygiene, avoidance of staining substances like coffee and red wine, and regular dental checkups.

Cleanings

While some people are born with pearly white teeth, many adults need professional whitening treatments to brighten and whiten their smiles. Staining and discoloration of teeth is common due to aging, diet, medications and smoking. Yellowing, dingy, stained teeth not only make your face look old and unhealthy, but they can also reduce the confidence in your smile and cause a negative self-image.

Teeth whitening is an affordable and safe cosmetic dentistry treatment that can quickly lift dark stains and make your teeth appear whiter, healthier and more youthful. It is recommended that you maintain your new smile with regular brushing, flossing and dental cleanings twice a year.

Our office offers take home professional teeth whitening Louisville KY for those who desire a lighter, brighter smile. During your first visit, we will take impressions of your teeth to fabricate custom-fitted bleaching trays. Once you have the trays, you can perform your at-home teeth whitening procedure daily as directed. This type of whitening typically takes about two weeks for noticeable results.