types of teeth whitening

In-Office Teeth Whitening

Also known as “laser bleaching,” professional whitening uses a special light source to activate a bleaching gel. Your dentist will carefully apply the gel to your teeth, then use a ultraviolet light or laser to activate the gel. The entire process takes place in your dentist’s office.

In-office teeth whitening is more effective than over-the-counter whitening products because it is specifically designed to remove stains. Your dentist may also use a special whitening varnish after your whitening treatment to help keep your teeth white.

At-Home Teeth Whitening

There are several at-home whitening options you can choose from. These options involve wearing whitening trays, strips, or paint-on gel for a certain period of time every day.

The active ingredient is carbamide peroxide. This ingredient bleaches the tooth enamel. The result of whitening is whiter teeth and a healthier smile.

Professional Teeth Whitening Systems

Professional teeth whitening systems provide optimal results because they use prescription-strength whitening gel. This means the gel contains a higher concentration of bleaching agents than over-the-counter whitening kits. Professional whitening is also more customizable. You choose how many sessions you go through, and your dentist can help you choose the whitening treatment that will work best for your teeth.

Strip Teeth Whitening Systems

The types of teeth whitening systems offered at our dental office include tray-based systems, such as Opalescence and Opalescence Treswhite, and strip-based systems, such as Crest Whitestrips. Both types of systems use peroxide gel.

Tray-based systems offer consistent results, but the results take longer to achieve.

Strip-based systems have immediate results. However, the results are not consistent and the teeth may become sensitive after use.

Stain Removal Systems

There are a variety of tooth stains, some of which can be removed with over-the-counter products, while others require professional care. Using an at-home bleaching kit can remove stains caused by eating or drinking dark foods and liquids or by tobacco use. These kits typically use bleaching chemicals that dissolve deep stains.

Laser Teeth Whitening Systems

Laser teeth whitening works by using light energy to whiten the teeth. The whitening gel is then applied to the teeth. Laser teeth whitening systems typically cost more than other types of teeth whitening systems. Laser whitening systems are sometimes referred to as “power whitening” systems.

Bleaching Trays

Bleaching trays, also called bleaching mouth trays or teeth whitening trays, are mouthpieces that fit over your teeth. Bleaching trays are used with teeth whitening gel to whiten teeth. Whitening trays are worn over your teeth for a certain amount of time each day.

Bleaching trays are a common type of teeth whitening. These trays are available over the counter at pharmacies as well as online.

1. In-office teeth whitening

2. At home whitening

3. Strips

4. Trays

5. Rinses

6. Gels

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In-office teeth whitening

In-office whitening is the fastest method of whitening. A dental professional will apply the whitening agent to the surfaces of your teeth for 20 minutes. The agent contains a powerful whitening agent.

Then, your teeth will be coated with a sealant. This sealant helps to protect the enamel of your teeth from stains.

At home whitening

At home whitening kits include bleaching gel and mouth trays.

To use the kit, you will first need to mold the mouthpieces to fit over your teeth. Then, you will fill the trays with the whitening gel and wear them for 30 minutes.

Gels are weaker than peroxides. For this reason, they may need to be worn for longer periods of time. The gel may be worn overnight.

Strips and trays

Strips and trays are also worn at home.

To use these products, you will first need to mold the mouthpieces to fit over your teeth. Then, you will fill the trays with the whitening gel and wear them for 30 minutes.

Rinses and gels

Whitening rinses and gels are the mildest form of whitening.

To use these products, you would first want to brush and floss your teeth